2007-02-09 04:09:11 · 3 answers · asked by liloofar 3 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
technically the conductivity of a soln. depends on the ions it furnishes. most strong acids(HCl,H2SO4,HNO3)dissociate almost completely to furnish free ions which enhance conductivity.
weak acids(most of the organic acids)dissociate feebly and thus have poor conductivity.
most bases are not soluble in water those that are soluble are called alkalis their conductivity is also due to the ions furnished..
2007-02-09 04:25:25 · answer #1 · answered by flamefreez 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Acids and bases conduct electricity in solution when, and if, they are soluble. Most bases are not soluble, however.
Strong acids conduct well, because they ionise (almost) completely, but weak acids don't conduct at all well, because they ionise so little. There are a few alkalis (soluble bases) that conduct well (eg NaOH) and some that are weak, but still soluble, like ammonia, which conduct poorly.
2007-02-09 04:19:40 · answer #2 · answered by Gervald F 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Acids and bases ionize fully in solution and therefore are strong electrolytes, they conduct well
2007-02-09 04:24:17 · answer #3 · answered by science teacher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋