Based on the location of the elements magnesium (Mg) and bromine (Br) in the Periodic Table, which is a characteristic of the compound MgBr2?     A It has a high melting point.     B It is formed by covalent bonds.     C It is a gas at room temperature.     D It does not conduct electricity when dissolved in water.

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Based on the location of the elements magnesium (Mg) and bromine (Br) in the Periodic Table, which is a characteristic of the compound MgBr2?

 
 
A

It has a high melting point.

 
 
B

It is formed by covalent bonds.

 
 
C

It is a gas at room temperature.

 
 
D

It does not conduct electricity when dissolved in water.

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