METALS AND COMPOUNDS Flashcards
1
Q
How do metal and non-metal elements form ionic bonds?
A
metal lose electrons,
non-metal gain electrons
metal form posi+ive ions and non-metal form negative ions so they attract (oppositely charged)
2
Q
what is ionic bonds?
A
3
Q
what is covalent bonds?
A
4
Q
covalent compound solubility and volatility
A
solubility in water is low and volatility is high