P-Block Elements Ques 129
Question: A solution of $ HCl $ in water is good conductor while gaseous hydrogen chloride is not. This is due to the reason that
[NCERT 1980]
Options:
A) Water is a good conductor of electricity
B) $ HCl $ in water ionizes
C) Gas can not conduct electricity but water can
D) None of these
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
$ HCl\xrightarrow{H_2O}\underset{\text{(aq)}}{\mathop{{{H}^{+}}}}+\underset{(aq)}{\mathop{C{{l}^{-}}}} $
