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Which of the following is NOT an ionic compound?
Question

Which of the following is NOT an ionic compound?

A.

CaCl2

B.

CO2

C.

NaCl

D.

CaO

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) CO2

Explanation: Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a covalent compound, not an ionic compound

Information Booster: 

  • An ionic compound is a substance made up of ions, which are atoms that have gained or lost electrons and have a net positive or negative charge.
  • A covalent compound is a molecule made up of two or more non-metal atoms that are held together by covalent bonds.
  • A covalent bond is a chemical bond that forms when atoms share valence electrons. The shared electrons are attracted to the positive nuclei of both atoms, holding them together in the molecule.

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