Which is generally true about ionic compounds ?
Have low boiling point
Have low melting point
Soluble in non polar solvents
Conduct electricity in the fused state
Generally, ionic compounds conduct electricity in fused state.
Explain the following: (a) Covalent compounds are generally gases or liquids or soft solids. (b) Covalent compounds have low melting point and boiling point. (c) Non-polar covalent compounds are insoluble in water. (d) Polar covalent compounds are good conductors of electricity.