Ionic Bonding

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Which of the following is NOT a property of ionic compounds?

• They conduct electricity when molten
• They conduct electricity when in solution
• They have high boiling points
• They are insoluble in water

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They are insoluble in water

Front

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

Back

positive ion

Front

What does the "2" in the chemical formula MgBr₂ indicate?

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There are 2 bromide ions for every magnesium ion.

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Characteristic property of ionic compounds?

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They form hard, brittle crystals with characteristic shapes

Front

In what form can an ionic compound conduct electricity?

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when dissolved in water

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Correct name for CaBr₂?

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Calcium Bromide

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What is the formula of Sodium oxide?

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Na₂O

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What is the formula of calcium oxide?

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CaO

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An ionic bond is the attraction between: oppositely charged ions, similarly charged ions, neutral ions, neutral atoms

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oppositely charged ions

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What is the formula for magnesium phosphide?

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Mg₃P₂