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Solid potassium chloride does not conduct electricity because the ions in the lattice structure are unable to move and carry charge. In a solid state, the ions are fixed in position and cannot flow to create an electric current. Only when dissolved in water or molten can potassium chloride conduct electricity due to the free movement of ions.

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