Q6 / 160 · AP EAMCET 2023 (15 May Shift 2) · Chemistry

Which of the following is not the property of covalent substances?

A
have definite shape
B
have low melting points
Correct answer
C
good conductors of electricity
D
soluble in non-polar solvents

Solution

Covalent solids are bad conductors of electricity due to the absence of free electrons like in metallic solids.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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