Question

Which of the following are not ionic compounds ?
(i) $KCl$
(ii) $HCl$
(iii) $CC{l}_4$
(iv) $NaCl$

• A. (i) and (ii)
• B. (ii) and (iii)
• C. (iii) and (iv)
• D. (i) and (iii)

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

(ii) and (iii)

An Ionic bond is the type of bond formed when two atoms completely transfer one or more electrons from their configuration so as to attain the nearest gas configuration.

After the transfer of electrons, they become ions and are held by electrostatic force of attraction called an ionic bond.

Examples: $KCl,NaCl$

$HCl$ and $CC{l}_4$ are covalent compounds where the compound is formed by mutual sharing of electrons.

Hence the correct option is B.