In what circumstances can an ionic compound conduct electricity? How?

An ionic compound in its molten or liquid form is able to conduct electricity due to the free movement of conducting metal ions that can carry charge

Answered by Jalini K. Chemistry tutor

1737 Views

See similar Chemistry GCSE tutors

Related Chemistry GCSE answers

All answers ▸

What is the electronic configuration of a Calcium ion?


Explain why giant ionic lattices can conduct electricity when molten or in solution rather than as a solid.


Bromine has an atomic number of 35 but has two stable isotopes- bromine-79 and bromine-81. Given that 51% of bromine atoms are bromine-79 and 49% are bromine-81%, work out the relative atomic mass of bromine to the nearest whole number.


How can you distinguish between an endothermic reaction and an exothermic reaction based on temperature change of the surroundings.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact usWhatsapp logoMessage us on Whatsapptelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2024

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy
Cookie Preferences