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03/11/2020 12:12 pm
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Reaction between X and Y, forms compound Z. X loses electron and Y gains electron. Which of the following properties is not shown by Z?
(a) Has high melting point
(b) Has low melting point
(c) Conducts electricity in molten state
(d) Occurs as solid
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28/07/2021 10:46 am
(b) Has low melting point
Explanation:
X is an electropositive metal as it loses electron and Y is a non-metal as it gains electron. Compound formed between metal and nonmetal is an ionic compound. Ionic compounds are solids, good conductor in the molten state and have high melting point.
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03/11/2020 12:13 pm
(b) Has low melting point