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From the following properties, identify which are suitable for covalentcompounds.(a) Usually do not dissolve in water. (b) Conduct electricity. (c) Exist in three states. (d) Do not conduct electricity. |
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Answer» Answer: c and d are correct Explanation: (c) the COVALENT compounds are formed by sharing of electrons in the atom hence they have SIMILAR ELECTRONEGATIVITY which results in weak BONDING so they are present in all states. (d) since covalent compounds of formed by combination of metal and non metal they have only molecules but no ions they are incapable of conducting electricity . |
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