Ionic compounds

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What does a 2+ charge indicate about an atom?

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It indicates that the atom has lost 2 electrons.

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What is the chemical formula for the carbonate ion?

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CO₃²⁻

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What is the chemical formula for iron (III) bromide?

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FeBr₃

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What is the general behavior of metals in terms of electron transfer?

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Metals tend to lose electrons.

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What is the formula for calcium silicate?

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CaSiO₃

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is formed when atoms transfer electrons, resulting in the attraction between positively and negatively charged ions.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion?

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The charge of a sodium ion (Na) is +1.

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What is the charge of a chloride ion?

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The charge of a chloride ion (Cl) is -1.

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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The formula is determined by balancing the total positive and negative charges of the ions.

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What is the significance of the Roman numeral in iron (III) bromide?

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The Roman numeral indicates the oxidation state of the iron ion, which is +3 in this case.