Ionic Conpounds Flashcards
1
Q
What type of elements form ionic compounds
A
Metal and non-metal
2
Q
What do roman numerals mean
A
The charge of a multivalent ion
3
Q
What does multivalent mean
A
Ion with more than one charge
4
Q
What are polyatomic ions
A
Two non metals that are so closely linked that they act as a single unit
5
Q
Do they conduct electricity
A
When dissolved or melted
6
Q
What is their melting point
A
High
7
Q
Whats their toughness and durability
A
Hard and brittle
8
Q
What type of bond
A
Ionic