alleryWhen do ionic compounds usually conduct electricity?
AMolten or in solution
BOnly as dry crystals
COnly as solid crystals
DOnly below freezing
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Molten or in solution
Ionic compounds conduct when their ions are free to move in melts or solutions.
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