Jordan Chapter 7 Quiz

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An atom with a positive or negative charge
ion
A 3-dimensional geometric arrangement of ions
Crystal lattice
An ionic compound whose aqueous solution conducts an electric current
electrolyte
The electrostatic force that holds oppositely charged particles together in a compound
ionic bond
the energy required to separate one mole of ions of an ionic compound
lattice energy
Which of the following elements has the SMALLEST atomic radius?

a. calcium
b. fluorine
c. carbon
d. magnesium
fluorine
Metals los electrons to become __________ ___________
positive cations
nonmetals gain electrons to become ___________ __________
negative anions
What are some properties of ionic compounds?
High melting points, high boiling points, and conduct electricity.
Ionic compounds are _______ at room temperature.
hard and brittle solids
Covalent compounds are _________ at room temperature
liquids or gases
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