Ionic Compounds
- Created by: Saskia
- Created on: 26-11-11 21:22
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Ionic Compounds are made up of giant structures. In these structures strong electrostatic forces hold the ions together. So this means
- Solid at room temperature
You need loads of energy to overcome the strong ionic bonds because they have high melting/boiling points.
When melted...
- Ions free to move
This then allows the compound to carry an electrical current.
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