Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 032191029X
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Chapter 14 - Acids and Bases - Exercises - Questions - Page 520: 20

Answer

Strong bases will ionize (dissociate) completely in solution, whereas weak bases will only ionize to a small extent. For example, NaOH is strong enough to fully separate into sodium and hydroxide ions in solution.

Work Step by Step

Strong bases will ionize (dissociate) completely in solution, whereas weak bases will only ionize to a small extent. For example, NaOH is strong enough to fully separate into sodium and hydroxide ions in solution.
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