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Paper 3 structured question: Ions and ionic bonds

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Ionic bonding in sodium chloride (NaCl).

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Ionic Bonding in NaCl

Sodium chloride is formed when sodium (Na) and chlorine (Cl) react. Sodium loses one electron to become Na+, while chlorine gains that electron to become Cl-. The resulting Na+ and Cl- ions attract each other, forming NaCl.

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    Explain the process of ionic bonding in sodium chloride.

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Properties of Ionic Compounds

Ionic compounds are typically solid at room temperature, have high melting points, and conduct electricity when dissolved in water.

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    Discuss the properties of ionic compounds and how these properties relate to ionic bonding.

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