Explain what lattice energy is and how it affects the properties of ionic compounds. describe the general properties of ionic compounds.

Lattice energy is the bond strength of the ionic compounds and which maintains the crystal structure of them. when   a gaseous form of the compound converts to a solid crystalline form, energy is given off. ionic compounds have six properties. first property is hardness and brittleness, high melting and boiling points, being solid at room temperature, they conduct electricity, when melted and dissolved in water are soluble and they form crystals when combined. nacl or common table salt is an example of an ionic compound.i

lattice energy is a way to measure the bond strength in ionic compounds.

ionic compounds tend to have high melting and boiling points.

ionic compounds tend to be hard.

ionic compounds have a range of solubilities.

ionic compounds are not conductors in the solid state, but they are good conductors as liquids or in solution.