Chapter 8, Problem 8.63E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

An explanation corresponding to the fact that ammonia is not an ionic solute but still has an ionic strength of about $1.4\times {10}^{-5}$ molal is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Electrolytes are the species that dissociates into ions in a solution and conduct electricity. Two types of electrolytes are strong electrolyte and weak electrolyte. The electrolyte that completely dissociates into ions is known as strong electrolyte whereas the electrolyte that partially dissociates into ions is known as a weak electrolyte.