Question

Which of the following is the most important characteristic that needs to be looked at before choosing an electrolyte?

• A. Electrolyte should have positive charge.
• B. Electrolyte should have negative charge
• C. Electrolyte should be able to conduct charge without dissociating.
• D. Electrolyte should be able to form positive and negative ions on passage of current.

Answer 1

The correct option is D Electrolyte should be able to form positive and negative ions on passage of current.

An electrolyte is a medium through which passage of current takes place and it's conductivity is determined by it's ability to form positive or negative ions. More the tendency of a liquid (or ions present in a liquid) is to dissociate, more will be the current flow in the circuit.