What is meant by the term ion?
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What is meant by the term ion?
Ionic Compounds:
Ionic compounds are formed through the transfer of electrons from one species to another. They are known for their high melting and boiling points, electrical conductivity when dissolved in an aqueous solution or when melted, hardness, and brittleness. Some examples of ionic compounds are {eq}\rm{NaCl }{/eq}, {eq}\rm{AgNO_3 }{/eq}, and {eq}\rm{KBr }{/eq}.
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Ionic Compounds: Formation, Lattice Energy and Properties
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Chapter 5 / Lesson 3Learn about ionic bond properties such as ionic structure and what ionic bonds look like. Understand the formation of ionic compounds and how to find the lattice energy of compounds.
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