Why things conduct electricity

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Which statement best explains why sodium chloride solution conducts electricity?

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Correct option: It contains ions that are free to move.

Common mistakes: Selecting free electrons or molecules

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B1 · 1 mark · Correct option selected.

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A sodium chloride solution conducts electricity because it contains ions that are free to move.