AP chem equations and reactions summary

Question

Indicate if you would expect the following compounds to be electrolytes or non-electrolytes when in an aqueous solution. For each compound briefly explain your answer.

a. sodium fluoride

b. CH3OH (methanol, an alcohol)

c. Strontium nitrate

Answer 1

An electrolyte is something that when dissolved in water will produce ions and thus will conduct an electric current.

a. sodium fluoride - yes. It produces Na+ and F-

b. CH3OH (methanol, an alcohol) - no

c. Strontium nitrate -yes. It produces Sr+ and NO3-