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Why is solid NaCl not a conductor while molten NaCl conducts?

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A) Its ions become mobile when molten

B) Molten NaCl contains no ions

C) The solid contains free-moving electrons

D) NaCl changes into a metal

Answer: A

Explanation: Ions are fixed in the solid crystal lattice. Melting allows ions to carry electric charge.

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