Forming Bonds: Ionic Bonds

The video explains ionic bonds, which involve the transfer of electrons between atoms, forming ions. It describes how atoms become charged ions by gaining or losing electrons. Using sodium chloride as an example, the video illustrates the formation of positive and negative ions and how they attract each other to form ionic bonds. It also highlights the properties of ionic compounds, such as being hard, brittle, having high melting points, and forming crystal lattices.

Describe the properties of ionic compounds.

What is a crystal lattice and how is it related to ionic compounds?