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 (a)   melting points.

The force holding the lattice together is (a)   attraction.

Ionic compounds conduct electricity when (a)   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.