Question
- Distinguish between ionic and covalent compounds under the following properties:
- Strength of forces between constituent elements’.
- Solubility of compounds in water.
- Electrical conduction in substances.
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Answer
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Property
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Ionic Compounds
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Covalent Compounds
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Strength of forces
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Strong
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Weak
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Solubility
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Generally soluble in water
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Generally insoluble in water/ soluble in organic solvents.
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Electrical Conductivity
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Conduct electricity
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Do not conduct electricity
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