Unit 4: Ionic Compounds Review

Front

What is the formula for the ionic compound formed between Fe⁺³ and S^-2?

Back

Fe₂S₃

Front

What type of ions do elements on the left side of the periodic table generally form?

Back

Cations

Front

What type of ions do elements on the right side of the periodic table generally form?

Back

Anions

Front

What type of bond is present in Ca₃(PO₄)₂?

Back

Ionic bond

Front

What type of bond will form between Sr and S?

Back

Ionic

Front

What is the name of the compound Al₂(SO₄)₃?

Back

Aluminum sulfate

Front

Define ionic bond.

Back

An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond that occurs when electrons are transferred from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of charged ions that attract each other.

Front

What is the charge of a cation?

Back

Positive charge.

Front

What is the charge of an anion?

Back

Negative charge.

Front

How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

Back

By balancing the total positive and negative charges of the ions.