Question

Classify the following substance under three headings:

(a) strong electrolytes 

(b) Weak electrolytes 

(c) Non electrolytes.

Acetic acid, ammonium chloride, ammonium hydroxide, carbon tetrachloride, dilute hydrochloric acid, sodium acetate, dilute sulphuric acid.

Answer 1

(a) Strong electrolyte: Dilute hydrochloric acid, dilute sulphuric acid, ammonium chloride, sodium acetate

(b) Weak electrolyte: Acetic acid, ammonium hydroxide

(c) Non-electrolyte: Carbon tetrachloride