Ionic bonding Flashcards
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What are ionic bonds?
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They are strong electrostatic forces of attraction between oppositely charged ions in a compound.
2
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What is an ionic compound made of?
A
When a metal react with non-react.
3
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Why do ionic compounds have high melting and boiling points?
A
They have strong electrostatic forces of attraction between oppositely charged ions. Large amounts of heat energy is required to overcome them.
4
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Why are ionic compounds soluble in water?
A
There is an attraction between ions and the water molecules. Hence, this causes the ions to separate and go into the solution.
5
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Why are most ionic compounds insoluble in organic solvents?
A
There is no attraction between the ions and the molecules. Hence, the ions will not separate and go into the solution.
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