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Section 2: The Formation and Nature of Ionic Bonds

The Formation and Nature of Ionic Bonds

1.
Which of the following lattice energies represents the strongest force of attraction holding the ions in place?

Lattice Energies of Some Ionic Compounds
Compound
Lattice energy
Compound
Lattice energy
KI–632 KF–808
KBr–671AgCl –910
RbF–774 NaF –910
NaI–682 LiF –1030
NaBr–732SrCl2 –2142
NaCl–769 MgO –3795


A)-632
B)-769
C)-910
D)-2142
2.
Which ion has the electron configuration 1s22s22p63s23p6?
A)H+
B)F-
C)Cl-
D)Br-
3.
How are ionic bonds formed?
A)sharing of electrons between atoms
B)electrostatic forces between ions
C)loss of electrons by atoms
D)gain of electrons by atoms
4.
An ionic compound that will conduct an electric current when it forms an aqueous solution is a(n) _________.
A)electrolyte
B)nonelectrolyte
C)molecular compound
D)crystal lattice
5.
What is the name given to the energy required to separate one mole of the ions of an ionic compound?
A)heat energy
B)kinetic energy
C)potential energy
D)lattice energy
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