Chemistry
The equation below shows the reaction between element 'X' and dilute sulphuric acid.
X(s) + H2SO4 (aq.) ⟶ XSO4 (aq.) + H2 (g)
Which particles are responsible for conducting electricity in dilute sulphuric acid and compound XSO4?
- Electrons
- Only positive ions
- Only negative ions
- Both positive and negative ions
Chemical Bonding
ICSE Sp 2025
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Answer
Both positive and negative ions
Reason — Sulphuric acid will dissociate into H+ and SO42-. Also, in aqueous solution, the compound XSO4 would dissociate into X+ and SO42-. In both cases, both positive and negative ions are responsible for conducting electricity.
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