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Give reasons for the following :
(i) Metals are good conductors of electricity whereas non-metals are not.
(ii) Ionic compounds have usually high melting and boiling points.

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(i) Metals have free electrons to move so they conduct electricity.
(ii) A considerable amount of energy is required to break the strong inter-ionic attraction.
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