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Molecular compounds are generally not malleable. They consist of discrete molecules held together by intermolecular forces, such as van der Waals forces or hydrogen bonds, rather than metallic bonds that allow metals to deform without breaking. When subjected to stress, molecular compounds tend to break or shatter rather than bend. Therefore, their lack of malleability is a result of their molecular structure and bonding characteristics.

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