An ionic compound is: (mark all that apply)

Question

1. a salt
2. held together by a transfer of electrons
3. composed of anions and cations
4. held together by sharing of valence electrons

Answer 1

An ionic compound is a chemical compound that is composed of ions. There are two types of ions: cations and anions.

An ionic compound is a salt that determines the same number of cations and anions so the product is electrically neutral (Ex: sodium chloride, NaCl).

An ionic compound is held together by transferring electrons. A cation is when an element loses its electrons while an anion is when an element gains its electrons.

Choices A, B, and C are valid for ionic compounds. Choice D is referring to covalent compounds where they share electrons.