Chapter 5: Ionic Compounds Flashcards
1
Q
What is an ionic compound?
A
Ionic compounds are compounds that form between metallic elements and non-metallic elements
2
Q
What are the general properties of ionic compounds?
A
- high melting points
- high boiling points
- hard but brittle
- do not conduct electricity in solid state
- can conduct electricity in liquid or in aqueous form
- solid at room temperature
- varying solubilities
- not malleable
- not ductile
3
Q
Describe the ionic bonding model.
A
The anions and cations arrange themselves in a lattice structure held together by a strong electrostatic force
