Unveiling The Impact Of Ionic Bonds On The Properties Of Ionic Compounds
Ionic bonds significantly affect ionic compounds’ properties. Lattice energy governs stability, determining high melting points due to strong electrostatic attractions. Ionic compounds exhibit low solubility in polar solvents due to their inability to form hydrogen bonds. They possess high hardness and brittleness owing to their rigid crystal structure and cleavage planes. Conductivity arises from ionic…