BRAINCAKEStrong and Weak Acids
A strong acid completely dissociates in aqueous solution and releases all its hydrogen ions into solution as protons.
A weak acid partially dissociates in aqueous and releases only a small proportion of its hydrogen ions.
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Key terms in this lesson
- Ion
- A positively or negatively charged atom or group of atoms, formed by the loss or gain of electrons.
- Acid
- A proton donor; a substance that releases hydrogen ions when dissolved in water.
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