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What is a cation?
Think about what happens to a metal atom when it loses electrons.
What compounds are formed from sodium and chlorine?
Consider how sodium ions and chloride ions pair up.
What charged ion does sodium form when it loses an electron?
Think about the charge after losing an electron.
Ionic compounds typically have high melting points. True or False?
Consider the strength of the ionic bond.
Explain why ionic compounds are generally soluble in water but not in non-polar solvents.
Consider the properties of solvent molecules.
Describe the implications of the solubility of ionic compounds in everyday life.
Think about where you encounter ionic compounds in your daily activities.
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