Chapter 4, Problem 120AP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

A physical and a chemical test to distinguish between $\text{NaCl}$ and ${\text{C}}_{\text{12}}{\text{H}}_{\text{22}}{\text{O}}_{\text{11}}$ are to be written.

Concept Introduction:

An ionic bond involves electrostatic attraction between ions of opposite charges.

Ions are atomic species that have gained or lost one or more electrons.

Cations are formed by the loss of electrons, while anions are formed by gaining electrons.

In molecular compounds, the atoms of the elements share one or more electrons among them.

Ionic compounds are crystalline solids at STP, while molecular compounds can be solids, liquids or gases.

Ionic compounds are good conductors of electricity, while molecular compounds are poor conductors.

Ionic compounds are formed by ionic bonds which are formed between a metal and a non-metal whereas molecular compounds are formed by the covalent bond formation between non-metals.