True or false: ionic solids

Exercise and reference answers

Questions

1. Statement is true

   Yes

   Statement

   An ionic compound forms a three-dimensional crystal lattice.

2. Statement is true

   Yes

   Statement

   The lattice has a balance of positive and negative charge.

3. Statement is true

   Yes

   Statement

   It is stabilised by the enthalpy of lattice formation.

4. Statement is true

   No

   Statement

   An ionic compound exists as separate small molecules.

5. Statement is true

   Yes

   Statement

   The ions sit in an ordered arrangement.

Explanation