Some of the important properties of ionic compounds are as follows: i. Low electrical conductivity as solids

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Some of the important properties of ionic compounds are as follows: 

i. Low electrical conductivity as solids and high conductivity in solution or when molten

ii. Relatively high melting and boiling points

iii. Brittleness

iv. Solubility in polar solvents

How does the concept of ionic bonding discussed in this chapter account for these properties? 

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Chemistry

ISBN: 9781305957404

10th Edition

Authors: Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

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