Arrhenius

Definition

Arrhenius refers to Svante Arrhenius, a Swedish chemist who proposed the concept of ions in solution and defined acids and bases.

Related terms

Ions: Charged particles formed when atoms gain or lose electrons.

Dissociation:

The process by which ionic compounds break apart into ions when dissolved in water.

Electrolyte:

A substance that conducts electricity when dissolved in water due to the presence of ions.