Which of the following compound has electrovalent linkage?

C H_{3} C l

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N a C l

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C H_{3} O H

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C H_{3} C O O H

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Solution

The correct option is B $N a C l$
$N a$ has lower $I E_{1}$ and $C l$ has a higher electron affinity and thus form $N a^{+}$ and $C l^{-}$ which are held together by the electrostatic force of attraction.

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