Question detail
What type of structure is formed by ionic compounds?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Chemical bonds, ionic, covalent and metallic
Question
- A. A giant structure of oppositely charged ions
- B. A simple molecular structure
- C. A metallic lattice
- D. A covalent network structure
Answer
The correct option is A giant structure of oppositely charged ions. This answer is correct because it matches the approved learning objective to use diagrams to deduce that a compound has an ionic structure in the subtopic Ionic compounds.
Explanation
The correct option is A giant structure of oppositely charged ions. A giant structure of oppositely charged ions is correct because it directly supports the approved learning objective to use diagrams to deduce that a compound has an ionic structure. 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
Misinterpreting Diagrams
Students often misinterpret diagrams and conclude that a compound has an ionic structure when it actually has a covalent structure.
To fix this, students should carefully analyze the types of atoms involved and the bonding patterns shown in the diagrams, ensuring they recognize the characteristics of ionic versus covalent bonds.
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