Chapter 6- Ionic compounds Flashcards
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1
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What is a ion? How are the formed?
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An ion is a positively charged atom. They are formed by the loss or gain of electrons.
2
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What is ionic bonding?
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Between metals and non-metals. Its the transfer of electrons.
For example NaCl
3
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What are the properties of ionic compounds?
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The positively charged ions attract to the negatively changed. They are arranged in a three-dimensional structure, called an ionic lattice.
The electrostatic forces are strong and there are lots, because of this lots of energy is required to break them (high boiling point ect)
