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1 March, 12:04

Why do we use the term formula unit for ionic compounds instead of the term molecule?

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  1. 1 March, 15:52
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    Ionic compounds form crystal lattices, not molecules. The term formula unit is used to indicate the simplest whole-number ratio of ions in the compound.
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