Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry practice

Paper 3 structured question: Ions and ionic bonds

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Ions and ionic bonds

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Paper 3Theory (Core)2 marks

Ionic compounds have distinct properties due to their bonding.

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Ionic compounds typically have high melting points and can conduct electricity when dissolved in water or molten.

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Define ionic bond.
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Paper 3Theory (Core)1 marks

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Ionic bonds are formed between metals and non-metals through the transfer of electrons, resulting in the formation of cations and anions.

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State the nature of the bond formed between sodium and chlorine in sodium chloride.
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