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)3 marks

Understanding the conductivity of ionic compounds is essential in chemistry.

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Ionic compounds can conduct electricity when dissolved in water or melted, but not when solid.

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Describe how ionic compounds conduct electricity when dissolved in water.
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Ionic compounds are known for their high melting and boiling points and their ability to conduct electricity when dissolved in water or melted.

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State one characteristic of ionic compounds related to their melting points.
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