What are covalent compound? Why are they different from ionic compounds? List their three characteristic properties.
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The bond between nonmetal and metal to form a compound is convalent bond .
In this sharing of bond takes place .
But if we talk about the ionic bond there is the gain or loss of electron to form a compound.
Convalent bond are stronger than the ionic bond .
They can form large chain.
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■ Compounds which are formed by sharing of electron are called covalent compounds.
■ they are different from ionic compounds because they do not have ions.
■ Ionic compounds are formed by transfer of electrons.
Properties
♤ 1. Low melting and boiling points
♤ 2. Do not conduct electricity in molten state or in an aqueous solution.
♤ 3. They are mostly insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents.
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