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Why are covalent compounds generally poor conductors of electricity?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Covalent Compounds**: - Covalent compounds are formed when two or more atoms share electrons to achieve stability. This type of bond is known as a covalent bond. 2. **Nature of Covalent Bonds**: - In covalent compounds, the electrons are shared between the atoms, which means they are held tightly within the bonds and are not free to move around. ...
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