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What is the structure of ionic compounds?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
How bonding and structure are related to the properties of substances
Question
- A. Molecules with weak intermolecular forces
- B. Regular giant ionic lattices
- C. Random arrangement of atoms
- D. Single atoms bonded together
Answer
Regular giant ionic lattices
Explanation
Ionic compounds are described as regular giant ionic lattices due to the arrangement of ions in a repeating three-dimensional structure.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Ionic Lattices
Students often describe ionic compounds as random arrangements of ions instead of regular giant ionic lattices.
Emphasize that ionic compounds have a structured arrangement where ions are held in a regular repeating pattern, forming a giant ionic lattice.
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