Ionic Bonding Exit Ticket

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed by magnesium (Mg²⁺) and bromide (Br^-) ions?

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MgBr₂

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What does the chemical formula CaF₂ indicate about the ratio of ions in calcium fluoride?

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There is a ratio of 1 Calcium ion for every 2 Fluoride ions in a crystal lattice.

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What two factors affect the strength of an ionic bond?

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The size of the ions and the charges of the ions.

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Why are ions held together in an ionic bond?

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Ions are held together because they have opposite charges due to electron transfer, causing an electrostatic attractive force.

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What is the characteristic structure formed by ionic compounds?

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Crystal lattice.

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Define ionic bonding.

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Ionic bonding is the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions formed by the transfer of electrons.

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What is the role of electron transfer in ionic bonding?

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Electron transfer leads to the formation of positively and negatively charged ions, which attract each other.

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How does the size of ions influence ionic bond strength?

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Smaller ions can get closer together, increasing the electrostatic attraction and thus the strength of the ionic bond.

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What is the significance of ion charges in ionic bonding?

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Higher charges on ions result in stronger attractions between them, leading to stronger ionic bonds.

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What is a crystal lattice?

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A crystal lattice is a three-dimensional arrangement of ions in a repeating pattern that maximizes attraction and minimizes repulsion.