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Sort these liquids top to bottom in the increasing order of the amount of deflection shown in the magnetic compass when each of them is connected in an electric circuit.

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The amount of deflection shown in the magnetic compass depends on how good conductor a particular liquid is. Among the given liquids, distilled water is the poorest conductor and mercury is the best conductor of electricity. Hence, the correct order would be:
Mercury > Lemon juice > Tap water > Distilled water

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