In the formation of a compound XY 2 atom X gives one electron to each Y atom. What is the nature of bond in XY 2 ? Give two properties of XY 2

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In the formation of a compound XY₂ atom X gives one electron to each Y atom. the nature of bond in XY₂ is ionic. The two properties of XY₂ are

1) when it is dissolved in water it will conduct electricity.

2) It would have higher melting point as well as boiling.