Which among the following is false about acids? (1) They give H+ ions in aqueous solution (2) Most acids contain hydrogen (3) They turn blue litmus red (4) They are bad conductor of electricity in aqueous solution

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(4) They are bad conductor of electricity in aqueous solution Explanation: Acids are good conductors of electric current in aqueous solution. When acids come in contact with water, they liberate OH ions, resulting in conduction of electricity.

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