What are strong and weak acids? In the following list of acids, separate strong acids from weak acids Hydrochloric acid, citric acid, acetic acid, nitric acid, formic acid, sulphuric acid.
Strong acid: Strong acids ionise completely in their aqueous solutions to produce a large number of hydrogen ions. Mineral acids are generally strong acids. Weak acid: Weak acids do not ionise completely in their aqueous solution. Organic acids are generally weak acids. Strong acid: Hydrochloric acid, nitric acid, sulphuric acid Weak acid: Citric acid, acetic acid, formic acid
