Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 032191029X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-029-5

Chapter 12 - Liquids, Solids, and Intermolecular Forces - Exercises - Questions - Page 440: 29

Answer

The strong ionic intermolecular forces of ionic solids render them highly invulnerable to melting. Almost all ionic solids are incredibly difficult to melt. Salt has a melting point of over 800 degrees Celsius, much higher than most other solids.

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The strong ionic intermolecular forces of ionic solids render them highly invulnerable to melting. Almost all ionic solids are incredibly difficult to melt. Salt has a melting point of over 800 degrees Celsius, much higher than most other solids.
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