Question

Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct for covalent compounds?
(i) They are generally liquid or gaseous at room temperature.
(ii) They have weak intermolecular forces of attraction.
(iii) They are good conductors of electricity.

• A. All (i), (ii) and (iii)
• B. Both (i) and (ii)
• C. Only (iii)
• D. Only (ii)

Answer 1

The correct option is B Both (i) and (ii)

Properties of covalent compounds:
1) They are generally liquid or gaseous at room temperature.
2) They have weak intermolecular forces of attraction.
3) They have lower melting and boiling points.
4) They are poor conductors of electricity.