C3.4 Giant ionic structures

Question 1

Why can a solid ionic compound not conduct electricity

Answer 1

Because its ions are held in fixed positions in the lattice, they can’t move around only vibrate

Question 2

When do ionic compounds not conduct electricity

Answer 2

In solids, but do when molten or when dissolved in water since they can carry charge through liquids

Question 3

Why do ionic compounds have high melting and boiling points

Answer 3

Because it takes alot of energy to break the strong ionic bonds