Question

four difference between covalent and electrovalent compounds

Answer 1

Electrovalent compounds

1. These compounds are formed by transfer of electrons between atoms.

2. Can conduct electricity in molten or solution state.

3. Have high melting and boiling point.

4. They contain metal atoms in their molecules.

Covalent compound

1. These compounds are formed by mutual sharing of electron pairs between atoms.

2. Cannot conduct electricity.

3.Have low melting and boiling point.

4.They do not contain metal atoms in their molecules.