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hi :) why do ionic compounds conduct electricity in aqueous solution? I’m afraid it’ll be tested as I’m not sure how to explain :/ anyone able to help ? Thank you!!

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Step-by-step explanation:

Ionic compounds do conduct electricity in aqueous or molten state but not in solid state. In solid state the ions are held together and they cannot move, so cannot conduct electricity. In molten or aqueous form the lattice breaks and ions are free to move so can conduct electricity.

I know this is so late. But anyone who comes across this type of a question, I hope this is helpful.

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