Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> A substance ‘X' dissociates completely into its ions in an aqueous solution. It is sour in taste and has corrosive action on metals. Substance ‘X’ is a:

• A. Strong acid
• B. Strong base
• C. Weak acid
• D. Weak base

Answer 1

The correct option is A Strong acid

Acids are substances that are sour in taste and corrosive in nature. This means that 'X' is an acid.
Strong acids are the ones that completely dissociates into its ions when dissolved in water whereas weak acids undergo partial dissociation. Hence the substance 'X' is a strong acid.