Question

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DATE:16-4-21
"why do acids not show acidic behaviour
in the absence of water ?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

The acidic behaviour of acid is due to the presence of hydrogen ions. The acids will not show its acidic behaviour in the absence of water, this is because acids do not dissociate to produce H+ (aq) ions in the absence of water.

Answer 2

Explanation:

The acidic behavior of an acid is due to the presence of hydrogen ions [H+ (aq) ions] which are produced only when acids are dissolved in water. In the absence of water, acids do not produce hydrogen ions and hence do not show acidic behavior