The process in which neutral molecules get splits up into charged ions when exposed in a solution is referred to as the ionization of a compound. According to the Arrhenius theory, the acids are the compounds that dissociate in the aqueous medium in order to generate the hydrogen ions, H⁺ in the aqueous medium.

What happens when an acid ionizes?

Ionization of acids produces hydrogen ions, and therefore, these compounds act as proton donors. In the same way, a few bases such as sodium hydroxide (NaOH), lithium hydroxide (LiOH) too dissociate completely into their ions in an aqueous solution or medium. These bases are referred to as strong bases.

Why strong acids ionize completely?

This generally means that in aqueous solution at standard temperature and pressure, the concentration of hydronium ions is equal to the concentration of strong acid introduced to the solution. Ionization of acids and bases in water: A strong acid ionizes completely in an aqueous solution by losing one proton (H+).