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When WATER is decomposed(into hydrogen and oxygen), is it broken into ions? If so, what is the charge and identity? Explain Please!URGENT HELP NEEDED! 30 points! I need this very badly!

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Answer:

It doesn't form ions. Hence, there is no charge and they are identified as molecules.

Step-by-step explanation:

Molecular formula of water is H20. The decomposition of this molecule can be achieved by electrolysis, as follows

2H20 → 2H2 + O2

As the elements present in this molecule are not stable independently so they cannot exist in elemental form or as ions under normal conditions.

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