* Weak Electrolytes: These substances only partially ionize (break apart into ions) when dissolved in water. This means they conduct electricity weakly.
* Strong Electrolytes: These substances fully ionize in water, leading to strong conductivity.
Let's analyze the options:
* A. Sodium hydroxide (NaOH): A strong base, fully ionizes in water.
* B. Potassium (K): A metal, readily forms ions in water.
* C. Calcium (Ca): A metal, readily forms ions in water.
* D. Ammonia (NH₃): A weak base. While it reacts with water to form some hydroxide ions (OH⁻), it doesn't ionize completely.
In summary: Ammonia is the only substance listed that is a weak electrolyte due to its partial ionization in water.