PROPERTIES
Property | Covalent Compounds | Ionic Compounds |
|---|---|---|
Conductivity (solid) | Poor conductor (no free ions) | Poor conductor (ions locked in place) |
Conductivity (liquid/melted) | Poor conductor (no ions or free charges) | Good conductor (ions free to move) |
Melting Point | Usually low to moderate | High melting points |
Flammability | High flammability | Usually not flammable |
Solubility in Water | Low solubility | High solubility |
Solubility in Oil | Usually soluble | Low solubility |
Brittle | Generally brittle | Soft |
Structure | Less rigid, so powdery | Rigid lattice srructure |
Energy release | More energy | Less energy |
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