Ionic Bonding and Ionic Structures

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Ionic bonds are formed between...

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A metal and a non-metal

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Which of the below is an ionic compound? Ni, MgCl₂, H₂O, CH₄

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MgCl₂

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How is an ionic bond formed?

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Transfer of electrons

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Why do Na⁺ and Cl^- ions form an ionic bond?

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They have opposite charges

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In the chemical formula for an ionic compound, which item is written first?

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positive ion

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Lead Chloride is an ionic compound, made up from Pb²⁺ ions and Cl^- ions. Which is the correct formula for this compound? Options: PbCl₃, PbCl, PbCl₄, PbCl₂

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PbCl₂

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What properties does an ionic compound have?

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A high melting point and it conducts electricity when molten or dissolved

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Why do ionic compounds NOT conduct electricity when they are in their solid state?

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Their ions are held in fixed positions.

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Why do ionic compounds conduct electricity when dissolved in water?

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Ions are free to move.

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Why do ionic compounds have high melting and boiling points?

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They have many strong bonds which require a large amount of heat energy to overcome these strong bonds.