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Can an ionic compound consist of only cations or anions but not both?
Wiki User
∙ 13y ago
No, because of their strong attraction between them, they must always exist between together.
Wiki User
∙ 13y ago
Wiki User
∙ 13y agoNo - the charge has to be balanced.
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What type of ions form an ionic compound?
cations and anions
In an ionic compound the attractions between cations and what hold the compound together?
The anions.
In an ionic compound the attractions between cations and hold the compound together?
The anions.
Do ionic compounds consist of cations and anions present in a constant ratio?
yes
What type of compound does cations and anions compose?
Cations and anions compse ionic chemical compounds.
What two kinds of ions are found in every ionic compound?
anions and cations
What is the symbol for an ionic compound?
For cations + (ex.: Na+); for anions - (ex.: Cl-).
What are the cations and anions of the ionic compound NaNO3?
The cation is Na+ and the anion is NO3-
Is Bal2 a ionic compound?
Yes, it contains barium cations and iodide anions.
Cations and anions similar?
No, cations have a positive charge and have lost electrons. Anions have a negative charge and have gained electrons. In an ionic compound anions and cations attract each other due to opposite charges.
Why an ionic compound dissolved in water cause the electrostatic attraction become stronger?
An ionic compound dissolved in water form cations and anions.
Why ionic compound is neutral?
the total positive charge of the cations in an ionic compound is balanced by total negative charge of equal magnitude from the anions.
