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  • 23-10-2016
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Why do most ionic compounds have very high melting point ?

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  • 30-10-2016
Ionic compounds are held by very strong electrostatic forces of attraction. Hence, a large amount of energy is needed to overcome these forces of attraction. This results in a high melting point.
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