Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
The given compound
Concept Introduction:
Ionic compounds:
Ionic compounds are formed when a metal and non-metal combines. Metal forms cation by donation of electrons while the non-metal forms anion by accepting the electron.
Molecular compounds:
Molecular compound is formed by the combination of two or more non-metals. It is formed by the sharing of electrons. Water, hydrogen sulfide etc. are examples of molecular compounds.
(b)
Interpretation:
The given compound
Concept Introduction:
Refer part (a).
(c)
Interpretation:
The compound which is liquid at room temperature has to be identified based on the properties or formulas as ionic and or molecular compound.
Concept Introduction:
Refer part (a).
(d)
Interpretation:
The compound which conducts electricity when molten has to be identified based on the properties or formulas as ionic and or molecular compound.
Concept Introduction:
Refer part (a).
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