Interpretation:
The reason for the strong nature of the strong electrolyte is to be determined. Also, the property that makes it strong is to be determined.
Concept introduction:
The electrolyte is the substance that produces ions when it is dissolved in a polar solvent. It breaks into positively and negatively charged ions that spread uniformly through the solvent. The electrolytic solution, as a whole, is electrically neutral. Sodium chloride, potassium chloride, calcium phosphate are some of the examples of electrolytes.
The electrolytes are divided into two major categories as follows:
1. Strong electrolytes: They dissociate completely into the respective ions. Sodium chloride and hydrochloric acid are strong electrolytes.
2. Weak electrolytes: They dissociate partially into the corresponding ions. Acetic acid and ammonia are weak electrolytes.
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