Ionic Lattices Flashcards
1
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Crystals
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Solids that are made up of a regular repeated pattern of atoms, molecules or ions, which form fixed shapes with flat surfaces and sharp edges
2
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Ionic compound
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Substances containing ions, formed by the loss and gain of electrons between elements
3
Q
Lattice Structure
A
Regular grid-like repeating arrangement of particles such as atoms, molecules or ions
4
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Polyatomic ions
A
A group of atoms that have a positive or negative charge due to the loss or gain of electrons
