Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) Ionic carbides form between carbon and another high electronegativity element.
• B) Carbides are soft materials with low melting points.
• C) Metallic carbides are more malleable than the pure metal.
• D) Covalent carbides are formed between carbon and a low electronegativity nonmetal.
• E) None of the above is true.

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