Learn about ionic bond properties such as ionic structure and what ionic bonds look like. Understand the formation of ionic compounds and how to find the lattice energy of compounds.

What is an ionic compound? Learn the definition of ionic compounds, their characteristics and various properties. See common ionic compound examples & formulas.

In this lesson, learn how to identify ionic compound formulas and see the required steps for writing and naming ionic compounds through several...

Learn about writing the chemical formula for ionic compounds. Understand how to write chemical formulas for binary and polyatomic ionic compounds and see examples.

What are the two main types of chemical bonds? Learn about ionic vs covalent bonds, chemical bond examples, and the difference between ionic and covalent bonds.

What is the formula for aluminum oxide? Learn about the charge on aluminum in aluminum oxide. See the ionic nature, properties, and uses of aluminum oxide.

Learn about binary compounds with examples. Understand the definition of a binary compound and the types of binary compounds, one of which is a binary molecular compound.

Is salt an ionic compound? Salt is made of ions, which are atoms or groups of atoms that have either a positive or negative charge.

Learn how to predict whether a compound is ionic or covalent, and see examples that walk through sample problems step-by-step for you to improve your chemistry knowledge and skills.

Learn how to predict the formula for an ionic compound by identifying the ions (and their charges) formed from two elements.