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Ionic compounds are solids at room temperature with giant ionic lattice structures, represented by whole number ratios of positive to negative ions. Their chemical formula reflects the balance of charges, such as in magnesium chloride (MgCl2), and can be determined using the empirical formula and cross-over method. The valency of each ion corresponds to its charge, and the same rules apply to compounds containing compound ions, which should be enclosed in brackets to indicate their integrity.

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