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Ionic Bonding Flashcards

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What happens in ionic bonding?

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Atoms lose or gain electrons to form charged particles called ions which are then strongly attached to one another because of the attraction of the opposite charges.

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In ionic compounds what is the strong attraction known as?

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Electrostatic attraction.

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What are ionic substances insoluble in?

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Organic solvents.

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Why are large amounts of energy needed to break ionic bonds?

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Strong electrostatic attractions between oppositely charged ions.

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