NaCl as conductor of electricity
NaCl is a strong electrolyte. It is very much capable of conducting electricity. Remember that electricity is defined as the flow of electrons. Thus, there could only be electricity if there is movement of electrically charged particles. NaCl in the solid form does not move much. It is only capable of vibrational motion. In a solution where it is being dissolved, NaCl ionizes into Na+ and Cl-. Since it is in a solution and the ions have broken loose from that strong bond that holds them together in their solid state, they are then able to move around and conduct electricity.
Cheers!
|