Write symbols of cation and anion present in MgO. Why do ionic compounds have higher melting points?
Write symbols of cation and anion present in MgO. Why do ionic compounds have higher melting points?
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Cation: Mg++
Anion: O--
Ionic compounds hive high melting point because cations and anions are held by strong electrostatic force of attraction,and considerable amount of energy is required, to break the, strong inter ionic forces.
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