Electrolytes, Ionisation, and Conductivity (Grade 10 NSC Matric Physical Sciences): Quizzes

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Electrolytes, Ionisation, and Conductivity
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What is an electrolyte?

A substance with free ions that conducts

Which property describes a strong electrolyte?

Many ions present, excellent conductor

Which of these is a non-electrolyte?

Sugar

How does ion concentration affect conductivity?

Higher concentration gives higher conduct.

How does temperature affect conductivity?

Warmer solutions have higher conductivity

Why don't solid NaCl\text{NaCl} crystals conduct electricity?

Ions held tightly in crystal lattice

Why do salt solutions conduct electricity?

Free-moving ions carry electrical charge

What is the dissociation equation for table salt in water?

NaCl(s)→Na+(aq)+Cl−(aq)\text{NaCl(s)} \rightarrow \text{Na}^+(aq) + \text{Cl}^-(aq)

What characterises a weak electrolyte?

Few ions present, poor conductor

Why don't covalent compounds like oil conduct electricity?

They do not contain ions

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