Question

why are aqueous solution of ionic compound able to conduct electricity.

Answer 1

The aqueous solution of ionic compounds are able to conduct electricity because of the presence of free ions. When ionic compounds are in solid state, they r bound by strong electrostatic forces of attraction and thus do not have any free ions. As liquids have weaker electrostatic forces of attraction between them, they have free ions and thus conduct electricity

I hope that the answer is satisfactory

Answer 2

The ions are Free in the aqueous solution of ionic compound So, they are capable of conducting electricity.

A Short and meaning simple answer.