Types of solids (ionic, molecular, covalent network, metallic) Knowledge-Based Practice

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    A crystalline substance is hard and brittle, has a high melting point, does not conduct electricity in the solid state, but becomes electrically conductive when melted or dissolved in water. Which type of solid is this substance classified as?

    • A) Metallic solid
    • B) Molecular solid
    • C) Covalent network solid
    • D) Ionic solid

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