Chapter 16.10, Problem 2.4ACP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

A solution of ${\text{HClO}}_{\text{4}}$ in glacial acetic acid be a strong conductor, weak conductor or non-conductor of electricity is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Conductor: It is a type of material and it allows the flow of an electrical current in one or more directions.

An acid when dissolved in a solution, it has the following properties;

It is a good conductor of electricity.

It changes the color of litmus paper from blue to red.

It tastes sour.

It reacts with a base to produce salt and water.

Non-conductor: It does not conduct the electricity.