An unknown white solid was found to have a melting point of 150oC. It is soluble in water, but it is a poor conductor in aqueous solution. Which of the following substances is the most likely?

An unknown white solid was found to have a melting point of 150oC. It is soluble in water, but it is a poor conductor in aqueous solution. Which of the following substances is the most likely?




a. C6H12O6 (glucose)
b. KCl
c. Rb
d. C (diamond)
e. Si




Answer: A