Practice - Brittle
Practice Questions
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What is an ionic compound?
💡 Hint: Think about the roles of metals and non-metals.
Give an example of a brittle ionic compound.
💡 Hint: What do we often use in cooking?
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Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
What happens to ionic compounds when force is applied?
💡 Hint: Think about the stability of the ionic structure.
True or False: Ionic compounds can conduct electricity in their solid state.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens when they are melted or dissolved.
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Challenge Problems
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Why do ionic compounds not only shatter but are also considered rigid?
💡 Hint: Consider the contrast between rigidity and brittleness.
Design an experiment demonstrating the brittleness of sodium chloride versus a covalent compound like sugar.
💡 Hint: Focus on how the structure and bonding types influence outcomes.
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