What is a molecular compound?

Answer 1

A molecular compond is one that consists of molecules. For example methane CH4 consists of individual molecules with a tetraheral shape with a central carbon atom surrounded by 4 hydrogen atoms. Molecular compounds are held together by covalent bonds.

In contrast sodium chloride (common salt, NaCl) does not contain molecules but is made up of ions, (charged atoms, Na+ and Cl-) which in the solid state form a lattice.

Answer 2

A molecular compound is a compound composed of molecules that are made up of two or more different elements bound together. These compounds are formed through covalent bonds, where atoms share electrons to achieve stability. Examples include water (H2O) and carbon dioxide (CO2).