Problem: What characterizes a strong acid or base?
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Strong acids and strong bases are considered strong electrolytes. They completely dissociate into ions when dissolved in water.
For strong acids:
• Strong binary acids – paired with a highly electronegative atom
Strong binary acids are: HCl, HBr, and HI
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What characterizes a strong acid or base?
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