Ionic Bonding Flashcards
1
Q
What is ionic bonding?
A
- The transfer of electrons
- The attraction between oppositely charged ions, made in compounds of metals and non-metals
2
Q
what happens to metal atoms?
A
Lose electrons and form positively charged ions
3
Q
What happens to non-metals?
A
Gains electrons and become negatively charged
4
Q
what kind of bonds do they have?
A
Very strong
5
Q
What is their melting point?
A
High
6
Q
When can they conduct electricity?
A
Molten
