Ionic Compounds Quiz

Ionic compounds form a lattice.

• Simple molecule

• Chain structure

• Metallic lattice

• Giant lattice

Solid sodium chloride does not conduct electricity because:

• It has no charges

• Electrons cannot move

• Bonds are weak

• Ions cannot move

Molten ionic compounds conduct electricity because:

• Atoms move freely

• Electrons are shared

• Bonds are broken

• Ions are free to move

Ionic compounds usually have ________ melting points.

The force holding the lattice together is ________ attraction.

Ionic compounds conduct electricity when ________ or dissolved.

Explain why ionic compounds have high melting points.

State the difference between ionic bonding and ionic structure.

Explain why solid ionic compounds do not conduct electricity.