Ionic bonding Flashcards
1
Q
do opposite charges attract?
A
yes
2
Q
how do elements become ions?
A
they lose or gain electrons which means they become different to the original element
3
Q
describe an ionic lattice
A
they have a regular, repeating arrangement called an ionic lattice . The lattice is formed because the ions attract each other and form a regular pattern with oppositely charged ions next to each other.