Why does an ionic compound conduct electricity?

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Ionic compounds:
Ions of opposite charges are tightly packed together to create crystalline solids known as ionic compounds.
Ionic compounds often result from reactions between metals and non-metals.
Ionic substances conduct electricity when they are in a liquid state or in an aqueous solution.
Electricity conduction in Ionic Compounds:
Ionic compounds conduct electricity when they are in a molten state or aqueous state.
In an aqueous state or molten state, ions are free to move. Hence, Ionic Compounds conduct electricity.

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