Ionic Bonding Explained
Ionic compounds form a vast, repeating lattice structure, where sodium and chlorine ions are held together by strong electromagnetic forces. This arrangement contributes to their strength but also makes them brittle, as any disruption can lead to shattering. Unlike malleable materials, ionic bonds lack the ability to allow atoms to slide past one another, resulting in their characteristic fragility.In this clip
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Episode 15: Chemical Bonding
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