Which compound is classified as an electrolyte?

a) C6H12O6

b) Ca (OH) 2

c) C12H22O11

d) CH3OH

Option-B, Ca (OH) ₂ is the correct answer.

Explanation:

By definition Electrolytes are those compounds which when poured in polar solvents dissociate into a positively charged specie called Cation and a negatively charged specie called an Anion. These ions have the potential to conduct electricity.

So Ca (OH) ₂ is dissolved in water it produces Ca⁺² cation and OH⁻ anions. So it acts as an Electrolyte.

While, C₆H₁₂O₆ (Glucose), C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁ (Table Sugar) and CH₃OH (Methanol) are covalent compounds and does not produce any positive or negative ions when dissolved in water.