Chemistry · Ionic equilibrium: Weak and strong electrolytes, ionization of electrolytes
Which of the following is an example of weak electrolyte?
Which of the following is an example of weak electrolyte?
- A. \( H_{3} B O_{3} \)
- B. \( H_{2} S O_{4} \)
- C. \( H N O_{3} \)
- D. \( H C l O_{3} \)
Step-by-step solution
H3BO3 (boric acid) is a weak acid that only partially dissociates in water, making it a weak electrolyte. The other options (H2SO4, HNO3, HClO3) are strong acids that fully dissociate, thus are strong electrolytes.