Which of the following statements best explains why all ionic compounds are solids at room temperature whereas many molecular
compounds are not?
A. Most ionic compounds have lower boiling points than most molecular compounds.
B.
The particles of ionic compounds are held together by stronger nuclear forces than the particles of molecular
compounds.
C.
The particles of ionic compounds are held together by stronger electrical forces than the particles of molecular
compounds.
D. Most ionic compounds have lower melting points than most molecular compounds.