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Can simple COVALENT compounds CONDUCT electricity? Around 50% can NO, never YES, but only as solids YES, always

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Can simple COVALENT compounds CONDUCT electricity?
Around 50%  can
NO, never
YES, but only as solids
YES, always

Can simple COVALENT compounds CONDUCT electricity? Around 50% can NO, never YES, but only as solids YES, always

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NO, never

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Simple covalent compounds are formed by the sharing of electrons between non-metal atoms. In these compounds, the electrons are localized, meaning they stay in close proximity to the atoms unless enough energy is provided to free them. Due to this localized nature, there are no free electrons or ions to carry the charge, which is necessary for the conduction of electricity. In general, electrical conductivity requires the presence of charged particles that can move freely. Since simple covalent compounds lack these characteristics in any state (solid, liquid, gas), they do not conduct electricity. <br /><br />Some complex covalent structures, such as graphite, can conduct electricity due to the presence of delocalized electrons. However, when referring to simple covalent compounds, they do not possess these conducting properties.<br /><br />Therefore, the claim that around "50% can" conduct electricity is inaccurate, as is the suggestion that they "always" conduct electricity or conduct as "solids". **Simple covalent compounds do not conduct electricity in any state.**
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