Understanding the Physical Properties of Compounds Quiz

Which of the following is a typical property of ionic compounds?

• Low melting point

• High melting point

• Malleability

• Ductility

Metallic compounds are known for their:

• Poor electrical conductivity

• High electrical conductivity

• Low thermal conductivity

• Insolubility in water

Which property is characteristic of covalent molecular compounds?

• High boiling point

• Low boiling point

• Good conductivity in solid state

• High hardness

Covalent network compounds are distinguished by their:

• Solubility in water

• Low melting points

• High melting points

• Flexibility

What is a common feature of metallic compounds?

• Brittleness

• Malleability

• Poor thermal conductivity

• Low melting point

Ionic compounds typically:

• Conduct electricity in solid state

• Are soft and malleable

• Conduct electricity when molten or in solution

• Have low melting points

Which of the following is not a property of covalent molecular compounds?

• Low melting point

• High electrical conductivity

• Poor thermal conductivity

• Volatility

Metallic compounds can be described as:

• Insulators

• Semiconductors

• Conductors

• Superconductors at room temperature

The hardness of covalent network compounds is due to:

• Ionic bonding

• Metallic bonding

• Covalent bonding

• Hydrogen bonding

Ionic compounds are usually __________ at room temperature.

• gases

• liquids

• solids

• plasmas