Question

Give two general properties of ionic compounds.

Answer 1

1. Ionic compounds are usually crystalline solids.
2. Ionic compounds have high melting points and high boiling points.
3. Ionic compounds are usually soluble in water but insoluble in organic solvents (like ether, acetone, alcohol, benzene, kerosene, carbon disulphide and carbon tetrachloride).
4. Ionic compounds conduct electricity when dissolved in water or when melted.