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what is a negative electrode called? 
a cathode
what is a positive electrode called? 
an anode
when do ionic compounds conduct electricity?
when they are molten or dissolved in water
why do ionic compounds have high melting or boiling points?
strong electrostatic forces of attraction which need a lot of energy to overcome them
what is an ionic compound?
A compound formed by the transfer of electrons between atoms arranged in a giant structure or lattice
what is a lattice structure? 
Regular arrangement of ions
what are the forces that hold oppositely charged ions together? 
electrostatic forces
what is an ion?
a charged particle
what are negative ions called? 
anions
what are positive ions called? 
cations
what type of elements form ionic bonds? 
metals with a non-metal