Why are covalent compounds considered non-conductive and non-electrolytes?
A. They have high flexibility.
B. They are insulators.
C. They contain ions.
D. They are metals.
Answer (2)
Covalent compounds are non-conductive and non-electrolytes due to the absence of ions and the nature of electron sharing. They do not allow electrical current to pass through as they do not dissociate into charged particles. Therefore, they act as insulators rather than conductors. ;
Covalent compounds are non-conductive and non-electrolytes because they consist of neutral molecules that do not dissociate into ions. This lack of charged particles prevents them from conducting electricity, making them insulators. The correct option is B: They are insulators.
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