Question

What are covalent compounds? Write any three features and give two examples of covalent compounds.

Answer 1

• The bond formed by sharing of electrons between atoms is known as a covalent bond. Molecules of compounds containing such bonds are known as covalent compounds.
• Properties of covalent compounds include:
1. Have low boiling points and melting points.
2. Generally are poor conductors of heat and electricity.
3. Exist as brittle solids.

For example, a water molecule, $H_{2}O$, is formed by the sharing of electrons between hydrogen and oxygen. And another example of a covalent compound is "Carbon dioxide, $C{O}_2$, where carbon and oxygen share electrons.