Question

A metal combines with a non-metal by the transfer of electrons to form a compound Y.
(i) State the type of bonds in Y.
(ii) What can you say about its melting point and boiling point?
(iii) Will it be a good conductor of electricity?
(iv) Will it dissolve in an organic solvent or not?

Answer 1

Answer:

1. Ionic or electrovalent bond.
2. High melting and boiling point.
3. If they are in the molten state, then they are good conductors.
4. No.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Answer:

1. Ionic or electrovalent bond.
2. High melting and boiling point.
3. If they are in the molten state, then they are good conductors.
4. No.