Learning Objectives
- Salt forms ions in water.
- Sugar dissolves as molecules.
- Ions allow electrical conductivity.
ChemistryMiddle / High School10 min
Sugar and Salt Solutions
Compare ions from salt with neutral sugar molecules and test conductivity.
Bulb
Live Values
Conductivity
Does not conduct
Brightness
0%
Particles
Ions
Stirred
No
Formula
ions allow current
Salt forms ions in water, while sugar remains neutral molecules.
Try this
Which solution conducts electricity? Test salt and sugar.
Try salt, then stir the solution.
Tags
IonsMoleculesConductivityDissolving