Ionic bonding & compounds

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding. They typically form between metals and nonmetals.

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What is a key property of ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds generally have high boiling points due to the strong attraction between the oppositely charged ions.

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What type of ions do nonmetals typically form?

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Nonmetals typically form negative ions, known as anions.

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What type of ions do metals typically form?

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Metals typically form positive ions, known as cations.

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What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of eight electrons, leading to greater stability.

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond that occurs between two ions of opposite charges, typically between a metal and a nonmetal.

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How do ionic compounds behave in water?

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Ionic compounds usually dissolve in water and can conduct electricity when dissolved, due to the movement of ions.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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What is lattice energy?

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Lattice energy is the energy released when ions in a gas phase come together to form an ionic solid. It reflects the strength of the ionic bond.

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What is the significance of valence electrons in ionic bonding?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom and are involved in the formation of bonds. Atoms will lose or gain valence electrons to achieve stability.