Essential Chemistry for IGCSE - Structure And Bonding (Section 4 - No. 49)

Which of the following statement is correct about the solubility of covalent compounds?
Covalent compounds are always soluble in water.
Covalent compounds are typically soluble in water.
Covalent compounds are typically insoluble in water and soluble in organic solvents.
Covalent compounds are always insoluble in water.

Explanation

Covalent compounds, depending on their structure, may or may not be soluble in water and are often soluble in organic solvents.

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