A metal 'X' combines with a non-metal ‘Y by the transfer of electrons to form a compound Z.(i) State the type of bond in compound Z.(ii) What can you say about the melting point and boiling point of compound Z? (iii) Will this compound dissolve in kerosene or petrol ?

A metal 'X' combines with a non-metal ‘Y by the transfer of electron

1.	A metal 'X' combines with a non-metal ‘Y by the transfer of electrons to form a compound Z.(i) State the type of bond in compound Z.(ii) What can you say about the melting point and boiling point of compound Z? (iii) Will this compound dissolve in kerosene or petrol ?
Answer» Solution : (i) IONIC or electrovalent BOND. (ii) It has a HIGH melting point and high boiling point.(III) No, ionic compounds do not dissolve in kerosene or PETROL.