Question

Ionic compounds have high melting points, why?

Answer 1

Ionic compound: Ionic compounds are those compounds that are formed by a strong electrostatic force of attraction between oppositely charged ions.

Characteristics of Ionic compounds:

• Ionic compounds are held together by a strong electrostatic force of attraction between oppositely charged ions.
• So, due to the strong electrostatic force of attraction, a large amount of energy is required to break the bonds.
• Hence, the melting point of the ionic compound is high.