Properties of ionic compounds Flashcards
1
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Structure of ionic compound
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electrostatic attraction between positive and negative ions act in all direction to form many ionic bonds, this forms a giant ionic structure
2
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Do ionic compounds conduct electricty
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only when molten or in a solution as only then are the ions free to move and carry a charge
3
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Do ionic compounds have high melting points
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yes, as it is a giant structure which contains many strong ionic bonds which act in all directions which required large amounts of energy to break
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