Define ionic compound. Write two properties of ionic compounds.

CBSE Class 10 Science PYQ · Metals and Non-metals · Ionic compounds: formation and properties · 2 Marks · May 2026

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Define ionic compound. Write two properties of ionic compounds.
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• The compound formed by transfer of electrons from metal to non-metal. (1 Mark)
Properties:
• Generally soluble in water, ($\frac{1}{2}$ Mark)
• high melting point and boiling point, ($\frac{1}{2}$ Mark)
• good conductor of heat and electricity. ($\frac{1}{2}$ Mark)
(any two or any other) (2 Marks)
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