Electrolytes and Nonelectrolytes Flashcardizz

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What is an electrolyte?

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A substance that dissociates into ions in solution and conducts electricity.

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What is a nonelectrolyte?

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A substance that does not dissociate into ions in solution and does not conduct electricity.

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Give an example of an electrolyte.

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Sodium chloride (NaCl) in water.

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Give an example of a nonelectrolyte.

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Bromine (Br2) in water.

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What happens to electrolytes in water?

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They dissociate into ions.

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What happens to nonelectrolytes in water?

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They do not dissociate into ions.

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What is the main reason electrolytes conduct electricity?

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Because they dissociate into ions that can move freely.

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What is the difference between strong and weak electrolytes?

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Strong electrolytes completely dissociate into ions, while weak electrolytes only partially dissociate.

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What is an example of a strong electrolyte?

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Sodium hydroxide (NaOH).

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What is an example of a weak electrolyte?

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Acetic acid (CH3COOH).