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Q: Why do weak bases not dissociate completely?
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How do strong and weak bases dissociate or ionize?

Strong bases dissociate or ionize completely. Weak bases dissociate or ionize only partially. The degree to which they ionize/dissociate is given by the Kb for each weak base.


Do Strong acids dissociate completely when dissolved in water?

No, only strong bases do:weak: B- + H2O HB + OH- (completely right ---> )


WhAT is true about weak electrolytes?

They do not completely dissociate in water.


What of the following is a characteristic of a weak acid?

It completely dissociates in water.


Do acids dissolve in bases or do bases dissolve in acids?

They don't dissolve (or more properly, dissociate) completely in water, only partially. Acids or bases that dissociate completely are called strong acids or bases.


What is a true statement about weak electrolytes?

They do not completely dissociate in water.


What is the difference between strong and weak bases?

A strong base produces more ions in a solution then a weak base


Why is a concentrated acid not strong?

strong acids and bases dissociate completely; weak acids and bases dissociate only partially. In contrast, the term dilute and concentrated are used to indicate the consentration of a solution, which is the amount of acid or base dissolved in the solution. It is possible to have dilute solutions of strong acids and bases and concentrated solutions of weak acids and bases.


Are characteristic of weak acid?

it does not dissociate completely in water -APEX. hope this helps


What are characteristics of weak acid?

it does not dissociate completely in water -APEX. hope this helps


Is urea a strong base?

Urea is a weak base. Strong bases dissociate completely when immersed in water. Urea does not. However, it is quite toxic and should be handled with care.


Are strong bases sparingly soluble?

No, strong acids and bases are very soluble (will dissociate completely).