ionic bonds characteristics

Question 1

ionic bonds are ____ in shape

Answer 1

lattice

Question 2

what does lattice mean

Answer 2

regular

Question 3

what holds ionic compounds together IMPORTANT

Answer 3

strong electrostatic forces of attraction between oppositely charged ions

Question 4

what are ionic compounds melting points like and why

Answer 4

very high because a lot of energy is required to overcome the strong electrostatic forces of attraction between oppositely charged ions

Question 5

how does conductivity change throughout state in ionic compounds

Answer 5

as a solid ionic compounds don’t conduct electricity but in liquid and aqueous solutions the ions are mobile and can carry the charge throughout.

Question 6

what do ionic compounds form in the solid phase

Answer 6

3D lattice crystals.