Ionic bonding - Chapter 4 Flashcards
1
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What is an ionic compound made of?
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An metal (cation) and a non-metal (anion)
2
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What are some properties of ionic compounds?
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High melting and boiling point, hard, brittle, does not conduct electricity in the solid-state, conducts electricity in the molten or liquid state.
3
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Why do ionic compounds have
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