Lesson 4: Naming Ionic Compounds

Question 1

Ionic Compounds

Answer 1

• Compounds made up of cations (metals) and anions (non-metals)

Question 2

How are Ionic Compounds formed? (Ionic Bonding)

Answer 2

• Form when electrons transfer atoms amongst each other to fill each others energy levels and stabilize

Question 3

Ionic Bonds

Answer 3

• Form between atoms of metals and non-metals

Question 4

Properties of Ionic Compounds

Answer 4

• Solid at room temp
• High melting point (takes longer time to melt)
• Soluble
• Conductible

Question 5

What should you remember when writing ionic compounds with polyatomic ions?

Answer 5

• Put brackets around the polyatomic ion