Ionic compounds form
What will most likely occur if sulfur forms an ionic bond with another element? (Click on the icon for the periodic table to view sulfur)
This chart shows characteristics of three different types of atoms.

Iodine and potassium form an ionic bond. Iodine has seven electrons in its outer shell, and potassium has one electron in its outer shell. Which conclusion is best supported by this information?
What is formed when polyatomic ions bond with other ions?
Which characteristic(s) makes ionic compounds useful as a building material?
Which product relies on the ability of ionic compounds to conduct electricity?
Anna stated that ionic compounds have high melting points and low boiling points. She said that this demonstrates that ionic compounds have strong bonds because a lot of energy is needed to break the electrical forces that hold the bonds together.Which statement best describes Anna’s error?
These diagrams show two atoms of fluorine and an atom of magnesium.

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