Question

which of the following is not an ionic compound ( CH4, Nacl, Mgcl2 ,Cao​

Answer 1

Answer:

Because $CH_{4}$  is a covalent rather than an ionic molecule, the correct answer is A.

Explanation:

Ionic compounds are made up of ions that are held together by electrostatic forces. These ions are electron-gaining or electron-losing atoms with a net positive or negative charge.

$NaCl$, $MgCl_{2}$, and $CaO$ are just a few examples.

A molecular interaction requiring the sharing of electron pairs between atoms is known as a covalent bond. Covalent bonding is the steady equilibrium of attractive and repulsive forces between atoms when they share electrons. $CH_{4}$ is one of its examples