if water is made up of covalent bonds then why does it ionise into h+ and o- when electricity is passed through it
Asked by pr_prashant | 22nd Jan, 2011, 09:23: PM
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This is because water is a polar covalent compound. This molecule slightly dissociates disproportionately into the hydronium ion (H3O+(aq)) and an associated hydroxide ion (OH−(aq)).
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Dear Student
This is because water is a polar covalent compound. This molecule slightly dissociates disproportionately into the hydronium ion (H3O+(aq)) and an associated hydroxide ion (OH−(aq)).
We hope that clarifies your query.
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Answered by | 23rd Jan, 2011, 11:41: AM
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