Electrolytes

(a) Substances whose aqueous solutions allow the conductance of

electric current and are chemically decomposed are called electrolytes.

(b) The positively charged ions furnished by the electrolyte are called
cations, while the negatively charged ions furnished by the electrolyte
are called anions.

Types of Electrolytes

(a) Weak electrolytes: Electrolytes that are decomposable to a very

small extent in their dilute solutions are called weak electrolytes. For
example, organic acids, inorganic acids and bases etc.

(b) Strong electrolytes: Electrolytes that are highly decomposable in

aqueous solution and conduct electricity frequently are called
electrolytes. For example, mineral acid and salts of strong acid.