Question
$\mathrm{H}^{+}$ ions does not exist freely and is always associated with other atoms or moleucle. Explain.

Answer

$\mathrm{H}^{+}$ is not stable because it is positively charge. It combines with $\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}$ and exists as $\mathrm{H}_3 \mathrm{O}^{+}$. (Hydronium ion) $\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}+\mathrm{H}^{+} \longrightarrow \mathrm{H}_3 \mathrm{O}^{+}$

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