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would ionic or covalent substances be more dangerous near an open flame? why?
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DrBob222
In general, covalent materials have a lower boiling point than ionic substances; therefore, a covalent material is likely to be a vapor or easily converted to a gas. However, not all covalent substances are flammable.
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pick
ok but would they be more dangerous?
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DrBob222
See my response above. This may be a question from a class but, in my opinion, not a very good one. It all depends upon what we consider a danger. Is it the fire hazard, the health hazard of breathing noxious fumes,??
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Just got here 10 years later
the fire hazard (unfortunately, this question will probably not be answered because it is 10 years later, but i'll post it anyways)
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good job in date
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