C2 - Ionic Bonding Flashcards
1
Q
What are ions?
A
Charged particles that react with anything with opposite charge.
2
Q
What is an ionic compound?
A
A giant ionic lattice.
3
Q
Give an example of an ionic compound.
A
Sodium chloride (salt).
4
Q
Describe the structure of an ionic compound.
A
Regular with strong electrostatic forces of attraction in all directions.
5
Q
What is the melting/boiling point of an ionic compound like and why?
A
High because the ions are strongly attracted to one another.
6
Q
What happens to the ions when ionic compounds melt?
A
The ions move freely & carry current.
7
Q
What happens to an ionic compound in water?
A
It dissolves easily.
The ions separate and move freely.
8
Q
What happens during ionic bonding?
A
The atoms gain or lose and electron to form an ion.
