Which of the following statements correctly explains why an acid shows acidic behaviour only in an aqueous solution?

Subject: General Awareness | Topic: Science | Difficulty: MEDIUM

Options

1. (A) Because the molecules of the acid remain completely ionised in the dry state.
2. (B) Because the acid loses H− ions even in the absence of water.
3. (C) Water prevents the ionisation of acids.
4. (D) Because hydrogen ions (H+) are produced only when the acid dissolves in water.

Verified Answer

Option (D): Because hydrogen ions (H+) are produced only when the acid dissolves in water.

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