Chem Ch. 7 & 8

Question 1

Properties of Ionic Compounds

Answer 1

Crystalline solids at room temp, high melting point, can conduct electric current when melted or dissolved in water

Question 2

Properties of Molecular Compounds

Answer 2

Lower melting and boiling points than ionic compounds, gases or liquids at room temperature

Question 3

Polar Bonds and Electronegativity

Answer 3

The less electronegative of the two electrons in a polar bond has a slightly positive charge, while the more electronegative has a slightly negative charge