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1 markMCQSection A

Reaction between two elements A and B, forms a compound C. A loses electrons and B gains electrons. Which one of the following properties will not be shown by compound C ?

Metals and Non-metals
Chemical Properties of Metals

Options

(A)It has high melting point.
(B)It is highly soluble in water.
(C)It has weak electrostatic forces of attraction between its oppositely charged ions.
(D)It conducts electricity in its molten state or aqueous solution.
Official Answer

It has weak electrostatic forces of attraction between its oppositely charged ions.

Strong electrostatic forces of attraction

Marking Scheme

  • 11 mark

Hint

Recall the properties of ionic compounds and how they are formed.

Quick Oral Answer

The compound C will not have weak electrostatic forces of attraction between its oppositely charged ions, but rather strong forces.

Analysis & Explanation

The question requires the student to understand the properties of ionic compounds and how they are formed. The correct answer is that the compound C will not have weak electrostatic forces of attraction between its oppositely charged ions, but rather strong forces.

Common Mistakes

  1. 1Students may think that ionic compounds have weak electrostatic forces of attraction between their oppositely charged ions.

Interesting Facts

Ionic compounds are typically hard and brittle, and have high melting points due to the strong electrostatic forces of attraction between their oppositely charged ions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many marks does this question carry in CBSE Class 10 Science 2025?

This question carries 1 mark in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2025 examination.

Which chapter does this question come from in Science?

This question is from the chapter "Metals and Non-metals" in the CBSE Class 10 Science syllabus.

What topic does this question cover in Science?

This question covers the topic "Chemical Properties of Metals" from CBSE Class 10 Science.

What type of question is this in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2025 paper?

This is a MCQ question from Section A in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2025 paper.