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The solution of one of the following compounds will not conduct electricity. This compound is___________?

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The solution of one of the following compounds will not conduct electricity. This compound is___________?

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To determine which compound does not conduct electricity, we need to consider the nature of electrical conductivity in solutions. Compounds that do not dissociate into ions in solution typically do not conduct electricity.

  1. Understanding Electrical Conductivity:

    • Conductivity in solutions arises from the presence of mobile charged particles, typically ions.
    • Ionic compounds dissociate into positive and negative ions when dissolved in water.
    • In contrast, covalent compounds usually do not dissociate into ions and thus do not conduct electricity.
  2. Identifying Compounds:

    • Common ionic compounds (like sodium chloride, NaCl) dissociate in water and conduct electricity.
    • Most covalent compounds (like sugar or oil) do not produce ions in solution and hence do not conduct electricity.
  3. Conclusion:

    • Among the given options, the compound that is typically non-ionic or does not dissociate in water (like sugar) will not conduct electricity.

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