Ions & Ionic Bonding

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What is the charge of an oxygen atom with 8 protons and 10 electrons?

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O^2-

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What is an atom that has gained or lost electrons called?

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An ion

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What are the outermost electron(s) of an atom called?

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Valence electrons

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Why do ionic bonds form?

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To fill the outermost energy level.

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Which types of elements typically form ionic bonds?

Back

Metals and nonmetals.

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What is the definition of an ion?

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An atom or molecule that has a net electrical charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons.

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What is the difference between cations and anions?

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Cations are positively charged ions (lost electrons), while anions are negatively charged ions (gained electrons).

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What role do valence electrons play in ionic bonding?

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Valence electrons are involved in the transfer of electrons between atoms to form ionic bonds.

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What is the octet rule in relation to ionic bonding?

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Atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of 8 electrons.

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How do metals typically behave in ionic bonding?

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Metals tend to lose electrons and form cations.