epämetalliyhdisteet
Epämetalliyhdisteet, or non-metal compounds, are chemical compounds that do not contain any metallic elements. These compounds are primarily composed of non-metals, which are elements that do not conduct electricity and are typically poor conductors of heat. Non-metal compounds can be further categorized into two main groups: molecular compounds and covalent network compounds.
Molecular compounds are composed of discrete molecules held together by covalent bonds. Examples include water (H2O),
Covalent network compounds, on the other hand, have a three-dimensional network of atoms bonded together by
Non-metal compounds play a crucial role in various industries, such as electronics, pharmaceuticals, and materials science.