Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Ions and ionic bonds

Ions and ionic bonds — practice question

Lithium chloride is an ionic compound, whereas silicon(IV) oxide is a covalent compound. Which statement about both compounds is correct?

  • AThey are not soluble in water.
  • BThey conduct electricity when melted.
  • CThey do not conduct electricity in solid form.
  • DThey have low melting points.

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