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Why does an aqueous solution of an acid conduct electricity?

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Aqueous solution of an acid (HA) releases `H^(+)` ions or `H_(3)O^(+)` ions and anions `(A^(-))` in solution. Since ions are carrier of charge, the aqueous solution of an acid conducts electricity.
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