1(iii)
Which statement given below is correct with reference to the flow of electric current?
- (a)In all aqueous solutions, current is carried by electrons.
- (b)In all acidic solutions, current is carried by ions.
- (c)In molten electrolytes, current is carried by electrons.
- (d)In metal wires, current is carried by ions.
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In acidic solutions, current is carried by ions.
Reason — In metallic conductors, current is carried by free electrons, whereas in electrolytes (acidic solutions, molten electrolytes and aqueous ionic solutions) current is carried by free ions. Hence, in acidic solutions current is carried by ions.