Question

Why acid does not show acidic behaviour in the absence of water?

Answer 1

Explanation:

Because in absence of water,acid cannot release H+ ions

Answer 2

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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.