Paper 1: Ionic Compounds Flashcards
1
Q
What is ionic bonding?
A
Strong electrostatic forces of attractions between oppositely charged ions
2
Q
What are the structure of ionic bonds?
A
A lattice with a regular arrangement of ions and ionic bonds between oppositely charged iojs
3
Q
What type of melting and boiling points do ionic compounds have?
A
High melting and boiling points
4
Q
What state are ionic compounds at, at room temperature?
A
Solids state
5
Q
Are ionic compounds soluble in water?
A
Yes