Water and sodium chloride are both considered substances as well as compounds, but water exists as molecules while sodium chloride does not. (i) Explain this difference in the behavior of water and sodium chloride. As part of your explanation, (ii) define the terms substance, molecule, and compound.

Water and sodium chloride are both considered substances as well as compounds, but water exists as molecules while sodium chloride does not. (i) Explain this difference in the behavior of water and sodium chloride. As part of your explanation, (ii) define the terms substance, molecule, and compound.

Chemistry: The Molecular Science

5th Edition

ISBN:9781285199047

Author:John W. Moore, Conrad L. Stanitski

Publisher:John W. Moore, Conrad L. Stanitski

Chapter2: Chemical Compounds

Section: Chapter Questions

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