Question

Which among the following is not a property of ionic compound?

• A. Exists in solid ,liquid and gaseous state
• B. Generally soluble in water
• C. Conduct electricity aqueous and molten state
• D. High melting and boiling point

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Exists in solid ,liquid and gaseous state

• The property that does not belong to ionic compounds is Exists in solid, liquid and gaseous state.

• Ionic compounds exist as crystalline solids at room temperature due to the strong electrostatic forces of attraction between their ions.

• Because of these strong bonds, a large amount of energy is required to break the lattice structure.

• This is why they have high melting and boiling points, and why they typically don't exist in a gaseous state unless heated to very high temperatures.

• They are not easily volatile like many covalent compounds.