Bonding Flashcards
1
Q
What type of elements do ionic bonds form between?
A
Metals and non-metals.
2
Q
What happens in ionic bonding.
A
Electrons are transferred and there is a strong electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.
3
Q
What do metals become in ionic bonding, positive or negative?
A
Positive ions
4
Q
What do non-metals become in ionic bonding, positive or negative?
A
Negative ions
5
Q
What kind of structure do ionic solids have?
A
Ionic lattices.
6
Q
What is the electronic conductivity of ions like?
A
Insulators as solids.
Conductors as liquids (either melted or in solution).
7
Q
What are the melting and boiling points of ionic compounds like?
A
Very high, as there is a strong electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.
