Ionic Salt

Definition

An ionic salt is a compound formed from the neutralization reaction of an acid and a base. It consists of cations (positive ions) and anions (negative ions), which are held together by ionic bonds.

Related terms

Cation:

A positively charged ion that is attracted towards the cathode during electrolysis.

Anion:

A negatively charged ion that is attracted towards the anode during electrolysis.

Ionic Bond:

The electrostatic force of attraction between two oppositely charged ions.