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Question 16
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Look at the data in the table below showing the physical properties of three substances, X, Y, and Z.

SubstanceMelting point (∘ ^\circ\,∘C)Boiling point (∘ ^\circ\,∘C)Electrical conductivityDensity (g/cm3^33)
X-115-78Does not conduct0.0016
Y14552913Good conductor in solid and liquid states8.90
Z7721935Does not conduct as a solid, but conducts when molten or dissolved in water2.15

What is the type of bonding present in each of the substances X, Y, and Z? Explain how you can tell from the data.

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