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Ionic bond - Coggle Diagram
Ionic bond
Type of Chemical bond
- Formed by transfer of electrons
- Between atoms with large electronegativity difference
- Typically between a metal and a non-metal
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Characteristics:
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- Conduct electricity when dissolved or molten
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Electrostatic Attraction
- Strong attraction between oppositely charged ions
- Forms crystal lattice structure
Formation
- Forming positively charged cation and negatively charged anion
- Atom donates electron(s) to another atom
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Applications
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- Ionic compounds in ceramic materials
- Electrolytes in batteries and fuel cells