ionic bonding Flashcards by Melissa Hopper

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what is ionic bonding

A

the transferring of electrons

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why do elements ionic bond

A

to get a full outer shell

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when an element looses an electron what happens

A

it becomes positive

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when an element gains an electron what happens

A

it becomes negative

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Q

what do ionic compounds have

A

a regular lattice structure

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what does the lattice structure contain

A

-strong electrostatic forces of attraction

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what do all ionic compounds have

A

high boiling point
high melting temperature
hard to dissolve
carry an electronic current

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