Question

What are covalent compounds ? How are they different from ionic compounds ? List any two properties of covalent compounds.

Answer 1

■ 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.