Covalent bondingSummary of bonding and properties

A covalent bond is a shared pair of electrons. Covalent bonding results in the formation of molecules or giant structures. Substances with small molecules have low melting and boiling points and do not conduct electricity. Giant covalent substances have very high melting points.

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Summary of bonding and properties

Ionic latticeDiscrete covalent molecules
Boiling and melting pointsHighLow
State at room temperatureSolidLiquid or gas
Conduction of electricityOnly when molten or in solutionNever
Boiling and melting points
Ionic latticeHigh
Discrete covalent moleculesLow
State at room temperature
Ionic latticeSolid
Discrete covalent moleculesLiquid or gas
Conduction of electricity
Ionic latticeOnly when molten or in solution
Discrete covalent moleculesNever