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Which of the following consists of either atoms or molecules formed by non polar covalent bonds?(a) Non polar molecular solid(b) Metallic solid(c) Polar molecular solid(d) Ionic solidThis question was addressed to me in an online quiz.This intriguing question originated from Classification of Crystalline Solids in portion Solid State of Chemistry – Class 12

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Correct option is (a) Non polar molecular solid

To explain I would say: Non polar molecular solids CONSISTS of either of the atoms or molecules formed by non polar COVALENT BONDS. Metallic solids and ionic solids CONSIST of free mobile electrons and IONS respectively. Whereas polar molecular solids are formed by polar covalent bonds.



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