Melting points of ionic and covalent compounds..?

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Melting points of ionic and covalent compounds..?

The melting points of ionic and covalent compounds differ primarily due to:

A. the amount of conductivity
B. the fact that ions have a stable octet
C. a difference in the interparticle forces
D. the greater attraction between covalent molecules

Thanks!

2007-07-05 06:52:39 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

2 answers

C - a difference in the interparticle forces

2007-07-05 06:59:48 · answer #1 · answered by Dr Dave P 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

I would say C(difference in interparticle forces)

2007-07-05 14:08:43 · answer #2 · answered by maussy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋