12 Questions
What is autoprotolysis in the context of solvents?
A chemical reaction involving self-ionization of solvents
In the context of chemical equilibrium, what does a constant ratio of reactants and products signify?
Reversible reaction at equilibrium
What does the ion-product constant for water (Kw) represent?
Concentration of hydronium and hydroxide ions in water
Why can the concentration of water ([H2O]) be considered constant in dilute aqueous solutions?
Water concentration is negligible in solutions
What is the significance of the negative logarithm of the ion-product constant for water?
Establishes a useful relationship between hydronium and hydroxide ion concentrations
At room temperature, what is the value of the ion-product constant for water (Kw)?
$1.00 \times 10^{14}$
Which type of electrolytes ionize almost completely when dissolved in water?
Strong electrolytes
In the Arrhenius theory, what is a base defined as?
Source of hydroxide ion (OH-)
What type of species have both acidic and basic properties?
Amphiprotic species
Which theory defines an acid as a substance that is a proton donor?
Brønsted-Lowry theory
What is the conjugate base of acetic acid?
Acetate ion
Which of the following is an example of a non-electrolyte?
Ethanol (C2H5OH)
Learn about the chemical composition of aqueous solutions and the classification of electrolytes. Understand the properties of strong electrolytes, weak electrolytes, and non-electrolytes in solution chemistry.
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