Question

Which of the following is not a correct statement?

Options

• Ionic compounds are electrically neutral.

• Boiling point of an ionic compound is more than a covalent compound.

• Melting point of a covalent compound is more than an ionic compound.

• Ionic compounds are soluble in polar solvents.

Answer 1

Melting point of a covalent compound is more than an ionic compound.

Explanation:

Ionic compounds have high melting and boiling points due to the electrostatic force of attraction.