Question

Define and give two examples of each of the following types of electrolytes.

1. Non-electrolytes
2. Weak electrolytes
3. Strong electrolytes

Answer 1

Electrolytes: These are the substances that dissociate into ions and can conduct electricity.

For example Sulphuric acid(H₂SO₄), Hydrochloric acid(HCl)

a.) Non-Electrolytes: These are substances that do not dissociate into ions and therefore can not conduct electricity.

For example Sugar, Alcohol(C₂H₅OH)

b.) Weak Electrolytes: These are the substances that partly dissociate into ions (do not dissociate completely).

For example Acetic acid(CH₃COOH), Ammonia(NH₃)

c.)Strong Electrolytes: These are the substances that completely dissociate into ions.

For example Sulphuric acid(H₂SO₄), Hydrochloric acid(HCl)