Weak Electrolyte

Definition

A weak electrolyte is a substance that partially dissociates into ions when dissolved in water, resulting in a low conductivity of electric current.

Related terms

Strong Electrolyte: A strong electrolyte is a substance that completely dissociates into ions when dissolved in water, leading to high conductivity of electric current.

Nonelectrolyte:

A nonelectrolyte is a substance that does not dissociate into ions when dissolved in water and therefore does not conduct electric current.

Dissociation:

Dissociation refers to the separation of ionic compounds into their constituent ions when dissolved in a solvent like water.