Chemistry
In which state electrovalent compounds do not conduct electricity?
- Fused
- Ionic
- Solid
- Molten
Chemical Bonding
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Solid
Reason — Electrovalent compounds consists of ions but the strong electrostatic force keeps ions in fixed position in the solid state. The force is weakened in the molten state and disappears in aqueous solution state, hence free ions formed help in the conduction of electricity.
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