Question
Compare the properties of ionic compounds and covalent compounds.

Answer

Ionic compounds
  1. Ionic compounds are usually crystalline solids.
  2. Ionic compounds have high melting and boiling points.
  3. Ionic compounds are usually soluble in water.
Covalent compounds
  1. Covalent compounds are usually liquids or gases.
  2. Covalent compounds have low melting and boiling points.
  3. Covalent compounds are usually insoluble in water.

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