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Why does an aqueous solution of an acid conduct electricity?

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Why does an aqueous solution of an acid conduct electricity?

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Acids dissociate to release H+ ions and an anion when dissolved in water. When an electric current is passed through an aqueous solution, the ions move toward the oppositely charged terminals of the battery, thereby conducting electricity.

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Chapter 2: Acids, Bases and Salts - Intext Questions [Page 25]

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NCERT Science [English] Class 10
Chapter 2 Acids, Bases and Salts
Intext Questions | Q 6. | Page 25
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Chapter 2 Acids, Bases and Salts
Exercise 1 | Q 30. (b) | Page 88
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