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Will metals conduct electricity when in liquid form? If yes, will they break up in the process?

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Yes, metal conduct electricity in their molten state. They form cations by losing electrons and these electrons are responsible for conducting electricity so efficiently. Thus, they break up to form cations in the conduction of electricity.

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