To compare: The substances that dissolve in water with those substances that both dissolve and dissociate in water.
Concept introduction: Water is an inorganic compound used as a universal solvent. H2O is the chemical formula of water. It is a tasteless and odorless liquid at room temperature. Water is a polar inorganic solvent, which is amphoteric in nature. It means that it can act as a base and acid at the same time.
To distinguish: Electrolytes and non-electrolytes.
Concept introduction: Water is an inorganic compound used as a universal solvent. H2O is the chemical formula of water. It is a tasteless and odorless liquid at room temperature. Water is a polar inorganic solvent, which is amphoteric in nature. It means that it can act as a base and an acid at the same time.
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