Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

A weak acid

  1. does not dissolve in water

  2. ionizes slightly in water to give molecules and a few ions

  3. ionizes 100% in water to give all ions

  4. dissolves in water only as molecules
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Weak acids partially dissociate in water, establishing equilibrium between mostly undissociated molecules and few ions. Strong acids (like HCl) ionize completely.

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