SFL TEST: Predicting Ionic Compounds with the Periodic Table

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding.

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How can ionic compounds conduct electricity?

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Ionic compounds can conduct electricity when they are dissolved in water or melted, allowing the ions to move freely.

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What is the charge of a nitrogen ion when it forms an ionic bond?

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The charge on a nitrogen ion is 3-.

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How many valence electrons does nitrogen gain when forming an ionic bond?

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Nitrogen gains 3 valence electrons when forming an ionic bond.

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Can ionic compounds conduct electricity in solid form?

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No, ionic compounds cannot conduct electricity as a solid.

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What charge do Group 17 elements typically have when they form ions?

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Group 17 elements typically have a charge of -1 when they form ions.

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What is the role of the periodic table in predicting ionic compounds?

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The periodic table helps predict ionic compounds by showing the charges of ions based on their group number.

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What is the significance of valence electrons in ionic bonding?

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Valence electrons are significant in ionic bonding because they determine how atoms will interact and bond with each other.

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What happens to the energy levels of atoms when they form ionic bonds?

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When atoms form ionic bonds, they achieve a more stable electron configuration, often resembling that of noble gases.

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What is the difference between cations and anions?

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Cations are positively charged ions that lose electrons, while anions are negatively charged ions that gain electrons.