Question 81 of 143 in Ionic Bonding

Giant ionic structures

1 mark · Easy

Name the forces that hold the ions together in a giant ionic lattice.

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Electrostatic forces of attraction

Also accept: Electrostatic attraction; Electrostatic forces; Strong electrostatic attraction

Common mistakes: Covalent bonds; Van der Waals forces

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B1 · 1 mark · Names electrostatic forces of attraction

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Electrostatic forces of attraction.

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