I am testing which salt (sodium chloride, magnesium sulfate, sodium bicarbonate) is the strongest electrolyte. I have to make a hypothesis, and I don't know why one would be the strongest electrolyte. I know it would have something to do with the greater amt. of ions in the solution the stronger the electrolyte it is, but I don't know which one contains the most ions. If anyone knows please tell me and leave an internet site source that says. I have done all types of research, but can't figure it out. Please, Please, Please help it is urgent!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2007-01-14 19:16:59 · 2 answers · asked by ellen105 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
I know that sodium chloride is the most soluable, so it may produce the most ions. Look into how many ions you get per gram, then how many grams disolves, which then gives you the most ions/solution.
EDIT: Sodium chloride has the lowest molecular mass and the highest solbility, that is the one I think.
2007-01-14 19:26:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are two main factors in determining the amount of ionization. The amount of ions the salt dissolves into and how much the salt dissolves.
All three dissolve into two ions. However, the amount dissolved will differ depending on each chemical's solubility in water (or whichever liquid you're using)
Sodium chloride should give you good results. Make sure you keep your temperature constant because that will affect the solubility.
2007-01-21 04:58:45 · answer #2 · answered by LGuard332 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋