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Which statement is true about a polyatomic ion?
Which statement is true about ionic compounds?
Each model shows bonding between a pair of atoms. Which statement best explains how the models differ?
Which property best indicates that a compound contains an ionic bond?
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Which statement indicates that a substance may be an ionic compound?
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Which statement best describes how an ionic bond forms?
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Which pair of elements will form an ionic bond?
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Which property is best to use when determining the strength of an ionic bond in a solid?
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The table lists the lattice energies of some compounds. Which statement about crystal lattice energy is best supported by the information in the table?
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Which of these best describes an ionic bond?
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Which chemical species can easily form an ionic bond with a cation?
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Which statement is true about crystal lattice energy?
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Which compound has the highest melting point?
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Which describes a step in the process of forming an ionic bond?
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Study Notes
Ionic Bonding Concepts
- Polyatomic ions consist of atoms covalently bonded together rather than being individual ions.
- Ionic compounds are characterized by a repetitive arrangement of their constituent particles in a crystal lattice structure.
Bonding Models
- Modeling helps visualize bonding differences: sharing of electrons is depicted in one model, while the formation of ions is shown in another.
Properties of Ionic Compounds
- A key indicator of ionic bonds is the ability to conduct electricity when the compound is molten.
- The structure of an ionic compound is often in the form of a crystal lattice.
Formation of Ionic Bonds
- Ionic bonds are formed through the transfer of electrons between atoms, leading to strong attractions between positively and negatively charged ions.
Examples of Ionic Bonds
- An example of ionic bonding occurs between potassium (K) and bromine (Br), illustrating the transfer of electrons leading to ionic formation.
Strength of Ionic Bonds
- Lattice energy is the primary factor for determining the strength of an ionic bond in solid compounds.
Crystal Lattice Energy
- The strength of crystal lattice energy is influenced by the size of cations: smaller cations result in higher lattice energies, as seen in compounds like LiF and KF.
Nature of Ionic Bonds
- An ionic bond can be described as the electrostatic force that holds together two oppositely charged ions, ensuring stability within the compound.
Chemical Species Interaction
- Negative polyatomic ions, such as phosphate (PO4^3-), readily form ionic bonds with cations, reflecting a strong ionic interaction.
Measurement of Bond Strength
- Crystal lattice energy serves as a quantitative measure of the bond strength between ions within a compound.
Melting Points in Ionic Compounds
- Among ionic compounds, Al2(CO3) is noted for having a particularly high melting point, indicative of strong ionic bonds.
Process of Ionic Bond Formation
- The formation of an ionic bond initiates when a metal atom loses electrons, transforming into a positively charged ion, crucial for bond creation.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of ionic bonding, including the nature of polyatomic ions and the structure of ionic compounds. This quiz covers the formation of ionic bonds, their properties, and examples that illustrate these concepts.
