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2. | When do ionic compounds conduct electricity? | |
A. | In gaseous state | |
B. | In solid state | |
C. | When dissolved in water | |
D. | They never conduct | |
Answer: Option C | |
Explanation: | |
Ionic compounds can conduct electricity only if their ions are free to move. Hence they behave as conductors when they are dissolved in water. |
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