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State which of two — a solution of HCl in water or in toluene is an electrolyte, giving reasons.

Hydrogen Chloride

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Water being a polar solvent, ionizes the polar covalent HCl molecule into free ions. Hence, the solution of HCl in water exhibits acidic properties and is an electrolyte whereas toluene not being a polar solvent does not dissociate HCl molecule into free ions. Hence, the solution of HCl in toluene does not exhibit acidic properties and is a non electrolyte.

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State which of two — a solution of HCl in water or in toluene is an electrolyte, giving reasons.

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State which of two — a solution of HCl in water or in toluene is an electrolyte, giving reasons.

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