Ionic liquid

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006111",
  "term": "Ionic liquid",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A salt that exists in the liquid state at a temperature below a specified reference point, conventionally 100 °C (373 K). Composed entirely of ions, these substances feature a bulky, asymmetric organic cation paired with an organic or inorganic anion, a structure that hinders efficient crystal packing. This results in a low melting point compared to traditional inorganic salts, such as sodium chloride which melts at 801 °C.",
  "synonyms": [
    "ionic solvent",
    "molten salt"
  ],
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2022, 94, 353. 'Glossary of terms used in physical organic chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 2021)' on page 442 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2018-1010)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/ionic-liquid/"
}