Which of the following is not the characteristic of ionic solids?
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a
very low value of electrical conductivity in the molten state
b
Brittle nature
c
Very strong forces of interactions
d
Anisotropic nature
answer is A.
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Detailed Solution
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.