Question #175b0 Chemistry Bonding Basics Properties of ionic, covalent, and metallic compounds 1 Answer Ernest Z. May 18, 2017 Iron(III) oxide has a deep reddish-brown colour. Explanation: It has the formula #"Fe"_2"O"_3#, is a dense crystalline compound, and usually occurs as lumps or as a powder. Answer link Related questions Question #14e82 Question #14e8a What are some examples of ionic compounds? Why do metallic compounds conduct electricity as a solid? Why are properties of covalent compounds so diverse? Why are metallic compounds malleable? What are metallic compounds and why are they conductive? Why are covalent compounds not conductive? What properties do metallic compounds have? What covalent compounds are soluble in water? See all questions in Properties of ionic, covalent, and metallic compounds Impact of this question 1934 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License