Ionic Bonding Flashcards
1
Q
If an atom has 1 atom on its outer shell, will it become a positively or negatively charged ion?
A
Positively because it will lose an electron meaning their will be more protons than electrons
2
Q
What structure do ionic compounds have?
A
A regular lattice structure
3
Q
Why are the bonds in an ionic compound so strong?
A
Because of the electrostatic forces of attraction between oppositely charged atoms in all directions
4
Q
What properties do ionic compounds have?
A
- high melting and boiling points due to strong bonds between the ions
- dissolve easily in water
- carry electronic current when in a solution
5
Q
What is ionic bonding?
A
Where an atom loses/gains an election to form charged particles where they are strongly attracted to the other (opposite charges attract)
