KF is a strong electrolyte, and HF is a weak electrolyte. How is the solution of KF different from that of HF?

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Heidi Wilcox

30 May, 14:39

KF is a strong electrolyte, and HF is a weak electrolyte. How is the solution of KF different from that of HF?

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The strong electrolyte KF completely dissociates into K + and F - ions when it dissolves in water. When the weak electrolyte HF dissolves in water, there are a few ions of H + and F - present, but mostly dissolved HF molecules