Ionic Compounds Flashcards
1
Q
The oppositely charged ions in the compound are __________ to each other.
A
Attracted
2
Q
What are the forces of attraction called?
A
Electrostatic forces
3
Q
Ionic compounds all have __________ properties.
A
Similar
4
Q
All ionic compounds have __________ and ________
A
High melting points and high boiling points
5
Q
When ionic compounds melt what are they free to do?
A
Move
6
Q
When ionic compounds melt and they are free to move what do they carry?
A
Electric current
7
Q
Ionic compounds________ in water
A
Dissolve
8
Q
What structure do ionic compounds have?
A
A giant ionic lattice
