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Ionic bonds always produce:

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Compounds with similar structures

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Ionic compounds have:

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A regular lattice structure

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In a ionic compound the ions are:

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Closely packed in a regular lattice arrangement

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Why are ions closely packed in ionic compounds:

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Ionic bonds are very strong electrostatic forces of attraction between oppositely charged ions.

They all have similar properties caused by their structure.

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Ionic compounds characteristics:

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Have high melting points and boiling points

Conduct electricity when aqueous or molten

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Why do ionic compounds have high melting points and boiling points:

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Due to very strong bonds between the ions.

Takes a lot of energy to break these bonds.

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Why do ionic compounds conduct electricity when aqueous or molten:

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Aqueous solutions, the ions separate and are all free to move, so they’ll carry electric current

When they melt, ions are free to move and they’ll carry electric current