Multiple choice

Which is the binding force in ionic crystal?

  1. Covalent band force

  2. Strong electrostatic force

  3. Weak Vander Waals force

  4. None of these

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Ionic crystals are formed by a combination of highly electropositive ions (cations) and highly electronegative ions (anions). Thus, strong electrostatic force of attraction acts within the ionic crystals.