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During an experiment, Riya tested dry \(HCl\) gas and \(HCl\) dissolved in water using blue litmus paper. The dry gas showed no change, but the aqueous solution turned the paper red.
 
1. Which would have higher pH — dry \(HCl\) or \(HCl\) solution?
 
2. Why do acids conduct electricity in water?