Ionic Bonding Review

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What charge does a nitrogen ion have when it forms an ion?

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-3

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What type of bond is formed between a cation and an anion?

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Ionic Bond

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What happens to electrons when a cation is formed?

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Cations lose electrons, becoming positively charged.

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What charge do elements in Group II typically form?

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+2 ions

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What is the charge of a cation?

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Positive (+)

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What is the charge of an anion?

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Negative (-)

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How do you determine the charge of an ion from its position in the periodic table?

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Elements in Groups I and II typically form +1 and +2 ions, respectively, while Groups VI and VII typically form -2 and -1 ions.

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What is the difference between a cation and an anion?

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A cation is a positively charged ion, while an anion is a negatively charged ion.

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What is the significance of ionic bonds in compounds?

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Ionic bonds hold together ions in ionic compounds, resulting in the formation of stable structures.

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Can you give an example of a compound formed by ionic bonding?

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Sodium chloride (NaCl) is an example of a compound formed by ionic bonding.