In Which of the Following Pure Solids Is It Necessary

question 2

Multiple Choice

In which of the following pure solids is it necessary to break covalent bonds in order to make a liquid or gas?

• A) SO₂
• B) NaCl
• C) H₂SO₄
• D) I₂
• E) SiO₂

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