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An ionic compound has an electronegativity difference greater than 1.7 between molecules (or poly-atomic ions).

as covalent bonds are less than 1.7 in electronegativity difference.

also, ionic compounds consist a metal and a non-metal.

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Compared to ionic compounds, molecular compounds generally have lower melting points and boiling points, and they do not conduct electricity when dissolved in water

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Q: How are properties of an ionic compound different from a covalent compound?
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