Question

Reaction between X and Y, forms compound Z. X loses electron and Y gains electron. Which of the following properties is not shown by Z?
(a) Has a high melting point

(b) Has a low melting point

(c) Conducts electricity in molten state

(d) Occurs as solid

Answer 1

Answer:

option (b) is correct

because X is an electropositive metal as it loses electron and Y is a non-metal as it gain electron. Compound formed between metal and nonmetal is an ionic compound.

Ionic compounds are solids, good conductor in the molten state and have high melting point

Answer 2

Answer:

option b is correct brainliest please