What determines a strong or weak electrolyte?
Q. For instance, Calcium Chloride is a strong electrolyte. How would one determine that?
Asked by Budd - Wed Jun 3 22:38:52 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Hello, Budd. When a compound dissolutes in aqueous solution (when it breaks apart in water), it usually separates into its individual components. For example, NaNO3 would dissolute into Na (+1 charge) and NO3 (-1 charge) ions. Another interesting fact about dissolution to note is that one ion of a compound like yours, CaCl2, actually forms THREE ions when it dissolutes: one ion of Ca (+2 charge) and TWO ions of Cl (-1 charge). Now, to address the matter of electrolytes and their strength... first, let's establish what an electrolyte IS. According to (www.chemistry.about.com) , an electrolyte is "A substance which forms ions in an aqueous solution". Therefore, any substance that dissolutes to form ions is an electrolyte. However,… [cont.]
Answered by The Tigress - Wed Jun 3 23:14:59 2009

What is the proper mixing ratio for the electrolyte in hydrogen generators?
Q. I have a really neat hydrogen generator system and it works great. My problem is I cant get the mixing ratio down for the electrolyte. It always over heats. I need to know what to do so I can produce hydrogen and not over heat my system.
Asked by sidesjeremy - Tue Jun 10 15:30:22 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. When I build electrolizers for hydrogen generation I have never found a set amount of potassium hydroxide that works for all applications. What I do is attach an amp meter in the circuit ($6 at Harbor Freight). Start with a very small amount of potassium hydroxide in the electrolizer (filled to about 80% so you can add distilled water remember that the concentration changes slightly as water is used). Add potassium hydroxide slowly and mix till you are drawing about 10 amps COLD, then top it off, the electrolizer will heat up and draw about 15 amps. I find that this method keeps the electrolizer under 125 degrees. You can do about the same thing by using a in-line fuse (you really should have one), add the electrolyte slowly until… [cont.]
Answered by kd7skz - Thu Jun 12 02:47:39 2008

What is the mode of function of a saltbridge,whydoes it have to contain inert electrolyte with fixed motility?
Q. A saltbridge has to have an inert electrolyte with specific motility-I mean ionic motility, though I don't have very much idea about it! Can anyone please tell me the reasons behind all these criteria?
Asked by yagnaseni r - Sat Jan 17 03:05:28 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

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Answered by Phenomenon - Sat Jan 17 07:03:09 2009

What happens if an electrolyte conducts both ions and electrons?
Q. In an electrochemical cell what would happen if an electrolyte is conducting both ions and electrons?
Asked by bustalusta - Thu Apr 9 00:37:30 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Electrons are on the anions, and always in an electrolyte solution the anions can move. Your question does not have sense.
Answered by Cacace - Thu Apr 9 08:50:55 2009

Which of the following is a weak electrolyte in aqueous solution?
Q. Which of the following is a weak electrolyte in aqueous solution? A. H2S B. H2SO4 C. HI D. HNO3 and how do u know or can tell?
Asked by Keisha K - Wed Oct 22 14:04:31 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Process of elimination. Nitric acid and sulfuric acid are both strong acids, which means they both ionize completely (or nearly so) in aqueous solution. Both would be strong electrolytes.
Answered by suburbanpostmodernism - Wed Oct 22 14:19:07 2008

Is it possible to refill electrolyte acid in an automotive battery?
Q. Does anyone here know where and how to buy/ get/ make acid/ electrolyte for car batteries? I know that there are slightly different acids and chemicals and proportions in each type of battery, but I just want to get the general facts of how to refill a battery without dumping a franklin on a new one.
Asked by Kostan - Thu Aug 21 02:30:45 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. use water to fill it just fill it untill the plates are covered if it is a manitnce free battery its best not to fill it
Answered by mobile auto repair (mr fix it) - Sat Aug 23 10:19:10 2008

How can I identify a strong electrolyte by looking at its formula?
Q. How can I identify a weak electrolyte? A nonelectrolyte? What makes it strong/weak/nonelectrolyt e? What are they for? How can I tell if a solution is a weak/strong acid or base? What makes them weak or strong? (please explain..just need to clear up some confusing things before my test tomorrow!)
Asked by iseeduckies - Sun Sep 9 23:01:03 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. A srong electrolyte is an ionic compound. A non-electrolyte is a molectular compund. A weak Electrolyte I assume is the same as a weak acid/base. I was taught to memorize the strong acids. HCl, HBr, HI, H2SO4, HNO3, HClO4, Strong Bases are ones in the first column of the periodic table, with some exceptions. Stuff like KOH, NaOH, etc. Weak acid/bases are everything else - things that don't break up easily in water.
Answered by violet - Sun Sep 9 23:17:00 2007

Is an electrolyte really needed to perform electrolysis?
Q. I've dropped a battery in water befor and saw O and H bubbles form on both the + and - sides, respectively. But would an electrolyte perform it faster, or does it not really matter? thanx! Oh, yeah, and how fast will water electrolyze if an electrolyte is needed?
Asked by davis_500 - Thu Jul 2 14:07:09 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It does mater a lot! The electrolytes will speed-up things. In pure water there is no conductivity, you need some contamination! Also if there are no electrolytes, the energy consumption will be very high In the water electrolysis there will be some H some O some humidity (steam) and ??? What I have seen is that the more power the more output, but it is not linear. What I mean is that for twice the steam, there is not twice the H and O s If you are in school on the subject, I would appreciate some information. I am in electronics, no clue about chemistry! Hope this answer your question
Answered by guru - Thu Jul 2 14:40:22 2009

what are the symptoms of a low electrolyte balance?
Q. are they the same as low pottassium? low sodium? low magnesium? because as far as i know they are the electrolyte minerals. the electrolytes are: sodium potassium calcium magnesium *i forgot to put calcium down in the main question. btw i mean a low electrolyte balance because of an eating disorder. WINK i have lightheadedness alot. i've had all the other symptoms, but not all the time.
Asked by geriann81 - Mon Jul 6 13:58:33 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Recognize that lightheadedness, cramping, confusion, nausea, muscle spasms and twitches are all symptoms of an electrolyte imbalance. This can be caused from either too much or not enough fluid replenishment
Answered by wink_cassy - Mon Jul 6 18:55:41 2009

Distinguish between a strong and weak electrolyte with reference to the degree of dissociation into ions?
Q. Help please? :( Distinguish between a strong and weak electrolyte with reference to the degree of dissociation into ions. AND What makes an electrolyte an electric current conductor when in a solution? Much appreciated! :)
Asked by dancemissdemyx - Sun Aug 16 02:24:36 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The term "strong" refers to a substance that dissociates completely into ions in (usually aqueous) solution. The term "weak" applies to substances that do not dissociate completely. Not only can you have strong and weak electrolytes, but you can have nonelectrolytes, which are substances that do not dissociate to any appreciable extent. An electrolyte is a solute that dissolves in an aqueous solution and dissociates (to some degree) into ions. The mobile ions are what conduct the electricity.
Answered by pisgahchemist - Sun Aug 16 02:33:02 2009

One of the medical therapies that may be considered for dehydration is fluid or electrolyte replacement.?
Q. In mild cases, use of replacement fluids such as Pedialyte, sports drinks or sports water must be used. How should these products be used by people who are not experiencing a fluid or electrolyte loss? Is it harmful to consume these types of drinks on a routine basis? What do you know about these drinks?
Asked by Ozzie - Sun Jun 14 03:17:28 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. aside from the reasons above, it is a waste of money when cheap 2 cent tap water is sufficient for hydration. But no it isn't that harmful, think of all the salt you consume in one trip to McDonalds (burger, fries, ketchup, etc) Granted, high intake of sodium isn't a good thing, especially in CHF, hypertension, renal failure, etc.
Answered by brewers07 - Sun Jun 14 09:49:07 2009

What are the electrolyte limits in blood tests results?
Q. What is high and what is low on minerals and electrolytes on laboratory blood tests? Is there a list specific to people with Kidney failure? I thought this information would be eazy to find on the web, it is not eazy to locate.
Asked by OceanBlue0910 - Thu Dec 20 23:23:43 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I'm a medical technologist who writes laboratory test procedures. Each laboratory has to establish it's own normal range, based upon the equipment used to perform the test and the population the laboratory serves. However, generally, the ranges don't vary much between laboratories. When you have these tests performed, the report will list the normal ranges for each test. You should ask your doctor for a copy of your laboratory reports so you can see the normal ranges. In my laboratory, serum electrolyte normal ranges are as follows: Sodium (Na) - 136-144 mmol/l Potassium (K) - 3.6-5.1 mmol/l Chloride (Cl) - 101-111 mmol/l Carbon dioxide (CO2) - 22-32 mmol/l Calcium (Ca) - 8.9-10.3 mg/dl Magnesium (Mg) - 1.8-2.5 mg/dl Creatinine is… [cont.]
Answered by majormomma - Thu Dec 20 23:39:52 2007

How do u know if a compound is a strong electrolyte?
Q. Please explain, i also don't understand about solubility, and insoluble rules in chemistry. My prof. gave me a chart but i don't understand? 1) which of these compounds is a strong electrolyte? a) H2O b)/O2 c) H2SO4 d)C6H12O6 E) CH3COOH (acetic acid) i know the answer is C, but why please explain to me! 10pts
Asked by What the fudge!!!!! - Sun Oct 26 14:42:51 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. A strong electrolyte is typically i. a strong acid ii. a strong base iii. a salt iv. a water-soluble acidic, basic, or amphoteric oxide. (Basically, virtually all binary oxides except H2O, NO, N2O, and CO) So you should be able to see for yourself that it is c. which is a strong acid.
Answered by Brian B - Sun Oct 26 14:49:28 2008

How do you determine whether a acid or a base is a strong electrolyte?
Q. I know Strong acids are strong electrolytes but does that mean that strong bases are also strong electrolytes? and weak acids and weak bases are not?
Asked by djwilliamt - Tue Nov 20 14:47:10 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. As a rule, strong acids and bases are strong electrolytes. While this is not exact, the higher and lower the pH, the stronger the electrolyte.
Answered by Matthew P - Tue Nov 20 14:53:26 2007

Will electrolyte enhanced water skew a liver function test?
Q. I had dehydration after a lengthy illness and started drinking lots of Smart Water (electrolyte enhanced water). After 2 weeks of this water, I was given a liver function test and didn't know that this test involved testing electrolyte levels to gauge liver function, so I didn't mention my water to the doctor. My tests showed normal electrolyte levels. Could this be influenced by the special water I was drinking?
Asked by trillium_fae - Wed Feb 25 08:32:40 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Yes, but what is your 'special water'? Chances are that the water may be causing it.
Answered by Dr Hrvacic - Wed Feb 25 08:43:37 2009

What is the best way to know the electrolyte strength of a solution?
Q. Excluding the conductance set-up, what other ways could be used?
Asked by luv_2mhk2 - Mon Dec 31 21:07:44 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Hydrometer to measure specific gravity.
Answered by Lance - Mon Dec 31 21:10:12 2007

What is the difference between a conductor and an electrolyte?
Q. What is the difference between a conductor and an electrolyte?
Asked by Maham Khan - Sat Mar 22 06:02:12 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Electrolytes contain the charge. Conductors route the charge.
Answered by omnisource - Sat Mar 22 06:06:40 2008

Where can I get electrolyte packets that I can add to water?
Q. Can I perhaps happily walk into a store and find it in isle 10 or do i specifically have to order them...if i can get them at a grocery store which one?
Asked by Severyn P - Thu Aug 27 01:06:44 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Haven't seen them in a store. Maybe a sporting goods store you could find them. You can find electrolyte drink packets cheap on eBay at
Answered by JulieD - Thu Aug 27 11:56:48 2009

Who are the best electrolyte and fluid disorder physicians in the United States?
Q. Need a physician who specializes in both endocrinology and or nephrology for a patient with unexplained chronic hypokalemia...need a physican or researcher willing to work with current physicans.
Asked by grommett07 - Thu Feb 22 22:29:37 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I assume this person has advanced kidney disease. I would contact the Mayo Clinic. They are known to be some of the best.
Answered by reginachick22 - Sun Feb 25 18:00:13 2007

what gas does baking soda give off when used as an electrolyte in electrolysis?
Q. when using two stainless steel electrodes in water, and by adding baking soda it helps the flow of charges from one plate to another. It creates hydrogen, but does the baking soda create another gas as well?
Asked by Ernest T - Fri May 30 00:03:41 2008 - - 1 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Wish I could help you Ernest. At the Cathode (negative electrode), Hydrogen will be reduced in preference to Sodium. At the Anode (positive electrode), candidates for oxidation would be Hydroxide, and Bicarbonate. But when I went looking, I could not find a standard electrode potential for the oxidation of bicarbonate ion, in order to decide which would predominate. I reckon it is possible that at first, some Carbon Dioxide could be produced, but that would cause the solution to become progressively more alkaline, favouring the production of Oxygen.
Answered by WhatGoes Around Comes Around - Sun Jun 1 05:59:05 2008