Question detail
What is the main characteristic of the structure of an ionic compound?
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MCQ
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practice
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Topic
Chemical bonds, ionic, covalent and metallic
Question
- A. It consists of molecules held together by covalent bonds
- B. It is a giant structure of oppositely charged ions
- C. It is made up of metal atoms only
- D. It has a simple molecular structure
Answer
The correct option is It is a giant structure of oppositely charged ions. This answer is correct because it matches the approved learning objective to explain that strong electrostatic attractions act in all directions in an ionic lattice in the subtopic Ionic compounds.
Explanation
The correct option is It is a giant structure of oppositely charged ions. It is a giant structure of oppositely charged ions is correct because it directly supports the approved learning objective to explain that strong electrostatic attractions act in all directions in an ionic lattice. This belongs to the subtopic Ionic compounds within Chemical bonds, ionic, covalent and metallic, so the explanation must stay tied to that curriculum context. The other options are incorrect because they either do not answer this learning objective, use a vague statement, or move away from Ionic compounds.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Electrostatic Forces
Students often think that electrostatic attractions in an ionic lattice only act in one direction.
Emphasize that electrostatic attractions act in all directions, creating a stable three-dimensional structure.
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