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Draw a diagram of table salt (NaCl) dissolved in water.
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Sodium (Na) has a positive charge due to an extra proton in its nucleus, while Chloride (Cl) has a negative charge due to an extra electron. They are held together by an ionic bond. Water is a polar molecule, with a slight positive charge on the Hydrogen side and Show more…
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Draw molecular level pictures of NaCl in both the solid and liquid phases. Be sure to show the relative sizes and ratio of the ions. Solid Liquid Describe your picture and how it explains the fact that solid NaCl doesn't conduct electricity. Describe your picture and how it explains the fact that liquid NaCl does conduct electricity.
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