asked 83.2k views
1 vote
A student is analyzing an unknown substance. The substance is solid at room temperature, but when heated only slightly, it melts. It boils when placed over a flame for more than a few seconds. The student dissolves the substance in water and finds the solution does not conduct electricity. Based on the experimental evidence, how should the student categorize the molecules that make up this substance?

A:ionic compounds

B:transition metals

C:radioactive

D:covalent compounds

asked
User Dominix
by
8.3k points

1 Answer

0 votes

Answer: D covalent compounds

Step-by-step explanation:

answered
User Avikm
by
8.1k points
Welcome to Qamnty — a place to ask, share, and grow together. Join our community and get real answers from real people.