Ionic bonding Flashcards
1
Q
What does ionic bonding occur between?
A
Metals and non-metals
2
Q
What do metal atoms lose to form?
A
Lose electrons to form posi+ive ions
3
Q
What do non-metals gain to form?
A
Tend to gain electrons to form negative ions
4
Q
What holds ionic compounds together?
A
Strong electrostatic forces of attraction between oppositely charged ions
5
Q
What do ionic compounds form?
A
Giant lattices
6
Q
What are the boiling/melting points in ionic compounds?
A
High
7
Q
Do ionic compounds conduct electricity? Why?
A
No because the ions are not free to move
8
Q
What do ionic compounds do when melted or dissolved?
A
Conduct electricity as the ions are now free to move
