Properties

Ionic Compound

Covalent Compound

Volatility

Non- volatile

Volatile, can change to vapour when heated

Electrical conductivity

Conduct electricity in the molten or aqueous state

Does not conduct electricity

Solubility

Soluble in water, and polar solvent but insoluble in the organic solvent

Soluble in the organic solvent, but insoluble in water

Melting and boiling point

High

Low