Question

Two non-metals $X$ and $Y$ combine with each other by sharing electrons to form compound $Z$. Which is the correct statement for compound $Z$?

• A. Undergoes ionic reactions and soluble in organic solvents.
• B. Undergoes ionic reactions and soluble in water.
• C. Undergoes molecular reactions and soluble in organic solvents.
• D. Undergoes molecular reactions and soluble in water.

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Undergoes molecular reactions and soluble in organic solvents.

As compound $Z$ is formed by sharing of electrons so it's a covalent compound.
And covalent compounds dissolve in non-polar organic solvents. ('like dissolves like')