When an Ionic Compound Melts, the Structure of the Crystal

question 148

Multiple Choice

When an ionic compound melts, the structure of the crystal lattice breaks down, and the ions must be able to slip past each other.Using electrostatic potential energy as a guide, identify the compound with the highest melting point.

• A)NaF
• B)KF
• C)RbCl
• D)ScF₃
• E)NaCl

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