Question

Define the strength of a solution. Write its formula.

Answer 1

Hint: First we know that a solution is a homogenous mixture of two or more substances in relative amounts that can be varied continuously up to the limit of solubility. It mainly comprises two components namely solute and solvent. The term solution is commonly applied to the liquid state of matter, but solutions of gases and solids are possible.

Complete answer:
The strength of acids and bases depends on how much an acid or base ionizes in solution. A strong acid or base completely ionizes in solution. In a neutralization reaction, an acid and a base react to produce a salt.
Strength of the solution is the amount of solute in grams that is present in one litre solution. There are many quantities that represent the strength of the solution which is normality, molarity and morality.
The strength of the solution can be represented by formula as
Strength of solution \[=\dfrac{{Mass\;of\;solute\;in\;grams}}{{Volume\;of\;a\;solution\;in\;litres}}\].

Note:
Note that the strength of the basic solution will depend on the concentration of \[O{H^ - }\] ions. So, if the concentration of \[O{H^ - }\] is more, that means it's more basic and if the concentration of \[O{H^ - }\] is less, that means the solution is less basic in nature. Hydrogen chloride is described as a strong acid. Other common strong acids are sulphuric acid and nitric acid.