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Question
Differentiate between the terms strong electrolyte and weak electrolyte. (stating any two differences)
Solution
| Strong Electrolytes | Weak Electrolytes |
| Electrolytes which allow a large amount of electricity to flow through them. |
Electrolytes which allow a small amount of electricity to flow through them. |
| The solution of a strong electrolyte contains only free mobile ions |
The solution of a weak electrolyte contains ions and molecules |
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