Properties of Ionic compounds

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Which types of elements become cations?

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All metals lose electrons to form cations.

Front

What is the oxidation number for lead (Pb)?

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Lead can have an oxidation number of 2+ or 4+.

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What do nonmetals tend to do with electrons?

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Nonmetals tend to gain electrons.

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How many valence electrons does Iodine (I) have?

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Iodine has 7 valence electrons.

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How many valence electrons does Barium (Ba) have?

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Barium has 2 valence electrons.

Front

What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a chemical bond formed between two ions with opposite charges.

Front

What is the general property of ionic compounds regarding melting and boiling points?

Back

Ionic compounds typically have high melting and boiling points.

Front

What is the solubility of ionic compounds in water?

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Many ionic compounds are soluble in water.

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What is the electrical conductivity of ionic compounds in solid and liquid states?

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Ionic compounds conduct electricity when dissolved in water or melted, but not in solid form.

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What is the structure of ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds form a crystalline lattice structure.