Properties of Ionic Compounds (AQA A-Level Chemistry): Quizzes
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Why are ionic compounds typically hard?
Why are ionic compounds typically hard?
Strong attraction forms a rigid structure
Why are ionic compounds brittle despite being hard?
Why are ionic compounds brittle despite being hard?
Like charges repel when forced together
Why do ionic compounds have high melting and boiling points?
Why do ionic compounds have high melting and boiling points?
Strong electrostatic forces to overcome
How does ion size affect the melting point of ionic compounds?
How does ion size affect the melting point of ionic compounds?
Smaller ions pack closer, stronger forces
How does ion charge affect the melting point of ionic compounds?
How does ion charge affect the melting point of ionic compounds?
Higher charges form stronger bonds
Which compound has a higher melting point: BeO or LiF?
Which compound has a higher melting point: BeO or LiF?
BeO at 2,578°C
Do ionic compounds conduct electricity in the solid state?
Do ionic compounds conduct electricity in the solid state?
No, ions are fixed in place
When do ionic compounds conduct electricity?
When do ionic compounds conduct electricity?
When molten or dissolved in water
Why are ionic compounds generally soluble in polar solvents like water?
Why are ionic compounds generally soluble in polar solvents like water?
Water knocks ions off outer layers
Why is insoluble in water?
Why is insoluble in water?
Electrostatic forces too strong to break