Question

Why do ionic compounds not conduct electricity in solid state?

Answer 1

Answer:

In the solid state, electrostatic forces hold the ions together in a crystal lattice structure, which is, in short, a 3D interconnected ion network. A solid ionic compound does not conduct electricity because the ions are not free to move.

Answer 2

Answer:

ionic compounds do not conduct electricity in solid state because the ions are not free to move in solid state and have strong force of attraction.

to conduct electricity free movement of ions is required