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Ionic compounds conduct electricity in which state, since ions become free to move

Question
Ionic compounds conduct electricity in which state, since ions become free to move
Solid state only
Molten state (or when dissolved in water)
Never, under any condition
Gaseous state only
Answer
Molten state (or when dissolved in water)
Detailed Explanation
In the molten state (or in solution), ions are free to move, allowing ionic compounds to conduct electricity.
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