In demonstrations of strong and weak electrolytes and nonelectrolytes, a lightbulb apparatus that shows how much a solution conducts electricity by the brightness of the light is often used.When pure water is tested, the bulb does not light.When some acetic acid is added to the water, the bulb burns dimly.When more acetic acid is added to the solution, the bulb burns a little more brightly.If pure acetic acid is used, what would be observed?

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Pure acetic acid is a weak electrolyte and does not dissociate completely in its pure form, meaning it conducts electricity poorly. Therefore, the bulb would not light.

In Demonstrations of Strong and Weak Electrolytes and Nonelectrolytes, a Lightbulb