2.41 What is an ionic compound? How is electrical neutrality maintained in an ionic compound?

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Libby Benson

Chemistry

6 February, 13:31

2.41 What is an ionic compound? How is electrical neutrality maintained in an ionic compound?

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Elian Clarke · Answer 1

An ionic compound is a compound in which electrovalent bonds joins the atoms together. Here, electrons move from a less electronegative atom to a more electronegative one. The formation of ionic bonds involves the transfer of elecrons.

The transfer of electrons makes the atoms charged i. e ionized. These oppositely charge ions establishes an electrostatic force of attraction to form the ionic compounds.

How is electrical neutrality maintained in an ionic compound?

Electrical neutrality is maintained in an ionic compound because the compound is made up of ions in which the net charge is zero. There is a transfer of electrons which is completely recieved by the more electronegative atom.