3.1 The nature of ionic bonding Flashcards
1
Q
what is ionic bonding?
A
The transferring of electrons between metal and non-metal atoms
2
Q
what type of ions are formed?
A
positive and negative ions
3
Q
what atom turns positive and negative in ionic bonding?
A
+ve = the metal
-ve = non- metal
4
Q
how are ions attracted to each other in ionic bonding?
A
the electrostatic force of attraction between oppositely charged ions
5
Q
what structure do all ionic compounds exist in?
A
a lattice
6
Q
what state are ionic compounds in at room temp?
A
solid
7
Q
why are ionic compounds solid at room temp?
A
have giant structures
- require lots of energy to overcome them
- have high melting points
8
Q
what does a small displacement cause in ionic compounds?
A
- contact between alike ions
- structure shatters
