Multiple choice

Which of the following options is the best test to distinguish between ionic compounds and covalent compounds?

  1. Difference in their boiling points

  2. Solubility

  3. Conductivity

  4. None of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Ionic compounds conduct electricity in molten or aqueous states due to free ions, whereas covalent compounds generally do not. This makes conductivity a primary distinguishing test.

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