Chemistry 2.2.4 Flashcards
1
Q
Ionic Structures have ___ MP & BP. Why?
A
High. Due to the presence of Strong Electrostatic Forces acting between the Oppositely Charged Ions. Lots of Energy is Required to overcome them.
2
Q
Ionic Compounds are usually ___ in Water, forming Ionic ___.
A
Soluble, Solutions.
3
Q
When can Ionic Compounds Conduct Electricity?
A
When their Electrons can flow & carry Charge freely. So when they are Molten (Melted), or Solution.
4
Q
How do Ionic Compounds become Molten?
A
When they are Melted, and the Bonds between Ions are Broken.
