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Explain the following :
Polar covalent compounds conduct electricity.

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Polar covalent compounds have fractional positive and negative charges on them. In aqueous solution state, they undergo ionisation converting the fractional charges to complete charges and ions are produced. These ions helps in the conduction of electricity.

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Explain the following :
Polar covalent compounds conduct electricity.

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Explain the following :Polar covalent compounds conduct electricity.

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Electrovalent compounds dissolve in water whereas covalent compounds do not.

Explain the following :
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