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Based on the chemical formula and state of matter, which of these substances will conduct electricity?

CuSO4(s)

CuSO4(aq)

C5H12(l)

CO2(g)

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Answer:

CuSO4(aq)

Step-by-step explanation:

The aqueous form of copper sulfate will conduct electricity.

The Solid form will not be a good conductor.

C₅H₁₂ will not conduct electricity

CO₂ will not conduct electricity

  • Copper sulfate is an ionic compound
  • In aqueous solutions or molten forms, ionic compounds can conduct an electric current using free mobile ions as carriers.
  • This way, they are electrolytes.
  • In solid state, the ions are arranged into a crystal lattice and will not conduct a current of electricity.
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