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Why are acidic liquids good conductors?

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Acidic liquids are good conductors due to the high concentration of hydrogen ions (H+) which can move around the liquid, carrying the electric current between the positive and negative electrodes. Acids have a low pH value and a high concentration of H+ ions.

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Acidic liquids are good conductors due to the high concentration of hydrogen ions (H+) which can move around the liquid, carrying the electric current between the positive and negative electrodes. Acids have a low pH value and a high concentration of H+ ions

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