Sort compounds into electrolytes and nonelectrolytes.
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Problem
Sort compounds into electrolytes and nonelectrolytes.
Step-by-step solution
Electrolytes dissociate in water, while nonelectrolytes do not. Ionic compounds and strong acids/bases are electrolytes. Covalent compounds are generally nonelectrolytes, with exceptions like acids.
Answer
Does not Dissociate: SF$_{4}$, C$_{6}$H$_{12}$O$_{6}$, C$_{2}$H$_{5}$OH Dissociates: KNO$_{3}$, CHCl$_{3}$, NaHCO$_{3}$, NH$_{4}$NO$_{3}$