IONIC BONDING

Question 1

when are ions fomed

Answer 1

when electrons are transferred from one atom to another

Question 2

what is there a strong attraction between

Answer 2

positive and negative ions

Question 3

which structure do ionic compounds exist as

Answer 3

giant lattices

Question 4

properties of ionic compounds

Answer 4

high melting point - strong attraction between positive and negative ions - a lot f energy needed to seperate them
conduct electricity when molten or in solution but not when solid
ions carry charge
in a solid they are fixed by strong ionic bonds so cannot move