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प्रश्न
Give two general properties of ionic compounds and two those of covalent compounds.
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उत्तर
| Ionic Compounds | Covalent Compounds |
| Ionic compounds usually have high melting and boiling points. | Covalent compounds usually have low melting and boiling points. |
| Ionic compounds generally conduct electricity when dissolved in water or in a molten state. | Covalent compounds usually do not conduct electricity. |
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