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Q.

Ionic compounds in the solid state do not conduct electricity. Which of the following is the correct reason for it?

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a

Solids are less polar in nature

b

The movement of ions in the solid is not possible due to their rigid structure 

c

Ionic compounds are having melting points.

d

The movement of ions in the solid is possible due to their high weight

answer is A.

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The flow of charges in a conductor is defined as electricity.

Ionic compounds in the solid state do not conduct electricity because the movement of ions in the solid is not possible due to their rigid structure. Ionic compounds are conductors of electricity when molten or in solution, and insulators when solid.

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