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Which compound has the the highest melting point?

Al2(CO3)3

C12H22O11

C8H16

H20

User Kyna
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Answer:

A.

Step-by-step explanation:

edge 2020

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Al₂(CO₃)₃ would have the highest melting point.

If it existed, it would consist of Al³⁺ and CO₃²⁻ ions, and the strong attraction between them would give the ionic compound a high melting point.

C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁ and C₈H₁₆ are organic compounds (molecular). Molecular compounds typically have low melting points.

Water, of course, freezes at 0 °C.

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