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Why do acids not show acidic behaviour in the absence of water?

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The acidic behaviour of acids is due to the presence of hydrogen ions `H^(+)` (aq) ions. The acids produce hydrogen ions only on dissolving in water. In the absence of water, acids do not produce hydrogen ions and hence do not show acidic behaviour.
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