Question

Why do acids not show acidic behaviour in the absence of water?​

Answer 1

• The acidic behaviour of acid is due to the presence of hydrogen ions.

✤ The acids will not show it's acidic behaviour in the absence of water because acids do not disassociate to produce H+ (aq) ions in the absence of water.

Answer 2

Answer:

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.