Ionic Bonds Answers

These diagrams show two atoms of fluorine and an atom of magnesium.

What will most likely occur if sulfur forms an ionic bond with another element? (Click on the icon for the periodic table to view sulfur)

Which characteristic(s) makes ionic compounds useful as a building material?

Which two elements will most likely form an ionic bond? (Click on the periodic table icon to view these elements)

Chalk is an ionic compound. Which is a property of all ionic compounds that makes chalk particularly useful for writing on a chalkboard?

Which shows the correct order of steps during the formation of an ionic bond?

This chart shows characteristics of three different types of atoms.

Which atom is most likely to accept electrons to form an ionic bond?

Which product relies on the ability of ionic compounds to conduct electricity?

Iodine and potassium form an ionic bond. Iodine has seven electrons in its outer shell, and potassium has one electron in its outer shell. Which conclusion is best supported by this information?

Ionic compounds form

Which is an example of a polyatomic ion?

Anna stated that ionic compounds have high melting points and low boiling points. She said that this demonstrates that ionic compounds have strong bonds because a lot of energy is needed to break the electrical forces that hold the bonds together.Which statement best describes Anna’s error?

David observed properties of four different compounds, only one of which is an ionic compound. His observations are shown in the chart.

Alice added sodium chloride to water and stirred the water for several minutes. Alice is most likely trying to demonstrate that ionic compounds