Question
Write the properties of ionic compounds.
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Answer
- They are crystalline in nature.
- They have strong forces of attraction between the ions. Therefore, the ionic compounds exist in solid-state and are hard.
- They are brittle and can be broken into pieces by applying pressure.
- They have high melting and boiling points.
- They are good conductors of electricity in the molten state and in aqueous solutions.
- They are readily soluble in water and insoluble in solvents like kerosene, petrol, etc.
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