In an attempt to demonstrate electrical conductivity through an electrolyte,the following apparatus was set up. Which among the following statement$(s)$ is(are) correct?
$(i)$ Bulb will not glow because electrolyte is not acidic.
$(ii)$ Bulb will glow because $NaOH$ is a strong base and furnishes ions for conduction.
$(iii)$ Bulb will not glow because circuit is incomplete.
$(iv)$ Bulb will not glow because it depends upon the type of electrolytic solution.
Solution: The apparatus shows a beaker containing a dilute $NaOH$ solution with two nails fixed on a rubber cork. $NaOH$ is a strong base that dissociates completely in water to provide $Na^+$ and $OH^-$ ions. These free ions act as charge carriers,allowing the electric current to flow through the solution and complete the circuit. Therefore,the bulb will glow. Statement $(ii)$ is correct.

  • A
    $(i)$ and $(iii)$
  • B
    $(ii)$ and $(iv)$
  • C
    $(iv)$ only
  • D
    $(ii)$ only

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