JAMB Chemistry 2022 Question 35

Question 35

Electrolysis

Which of these is a strong electrolyte?

  1. A.ethyl acetate
  2. B.ethanol
  3. C.sodium formate
  4. D.glucose
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Answer: C (sodium formate)

Explanation

Sodium formate is an ionic salt that ionises fully in water; the others are covalent non-electrolytes.