4.4.2.6 - High Melting and Boiling Points (Generally)
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What structure do ionic compounds form?
💡 Hint: Think about the arrangement of ions.
Why do ionic compounds require high energy to melt?
💡 Hint: Consider the strength of the forces involved.
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What is the primary reason ionic compounds have high melting points?
💡 Hint: Consider the strength of forces holding the lattice together.
True or False: Ionic compounds can conduct electricity when solid.
💡 Hint: Remember the state of the ions in the solid lattice.
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You have a sample of NaCl. If you were to increase its temperature, explain what happens at the molecular level when it reaches its melting point?
💡 Hint: Focus on the kinetic energy and how it affects ion movement.
Discuss why the high melting points of ionic compounds like NaCl are advantageous in food preservation methods.
💡 Hint: Think about applications of sodium chloride in industrial contexts.
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