Strong and Weak Acids


 
 
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Strong and Weak Acids

Classification based on Strength of the Acid:

The strength of an acid is determined by the amount of hydrogen ions (H) that the acid provides when dissolved in water.

Strong Acids:

Some of the acids, when dissolved in water, get almost completely dissociated to provide hydrogen ions. These acids are called strong acids. For example, hydrochloric acid (HCl), nitric acid (HNO_3) and sulphuric acid (H_2S0_4) are strong acids.

Weak Acids:

On the other hand, there are some acids which when dissolved in water, are only incompletely dissociated to give hydrogen ions. These are called weak acids. For example, carbonic acid (H_2CO_3) and acetic acid (CH_3COOH) are weak acids.

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Question : 1

Which of the following is a weak acid?

Right Option : A
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Question : 2

When CO_2 is passed through lime water, it turns milky. The milkiness is due to formation of _______________-

Right Option : A
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Question : 3

Which among the following is a strong acid?

Right Option : D
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