ionic compound conduct electricity in molten state why
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Because in molten state the ionic compounds get space to move there free electrons nd conduct electricity whereas in solid state ionic compounds do not get free space to move..
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Explain why ionic compounds conduct electricity in molten state
In molten state or dissolved state ionic compounds conduct electricity because they contain charged particles called cations and anions. These ions are free to move to conduct electricity. There are plenty of free ions in the molten state or dissolved state which are able to conduct electric current.
In solid state the movement of iron is restricted because the ions are held together in fixed positions by strong electrostatic force and cannot move freely . Thus ionic compounds conduct electricity in molten state or solution but in solid state they do not conduct electricity.
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