MCQ
When potential difference is applied across an electrolyte, then $Ohm's$ law is obeyed at:
  • A
    Zero potential.
  • B
    Very low potential.
  • C
    Negative potential.
  • High potential.

Answer

Correct option: D.
High potential.

When voltage is applied to an electrolyte, dissociation of ions starts.
At low voltages as the voltage increases the number of ions conducting also increases making a non linear increase of current.
After a certain voltage when the ions are dissociated and no more dissociation, the electrolyte behaves as a conductor and obeys ohm's law.
Thus at high voltages, an electrolyte obeys ohm's law.

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