chemistry Flashcards
1
Q
ionic compound
A
They are hard and brittle, they are not malleable or ductile (i.e. cannot be shaped without cracking/breaking), and they do not conduct electricity
High melting points.
2
Q
covalent
A
Low boiling points and melting points.
Various colors.
Poor conductors of heat and electricity.
Brittle solids.
3
Q
metallic
A
Metallic compounds are; Strong Ductile Malleable Conductive of heat and electricity
