Ionic Bonding

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is the attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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What type of ion is a cation?

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A cation is a positive ion.

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What is the chemical formula for Sodium Chloride?

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NaCl

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What is the chemical formula for Potassium Bromide?

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KBr

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What typically forms ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds typically form between a metal and a nonmetal.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na+)?

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

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What is the charge of a chloride ion (Cl-)?

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

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How do ionic compounds typically form?

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Ionic compounds typically form when electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

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What is the lattice structure in ionic compounds?

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The lattice structure is a regular arrangement of ions in an ionic compound, maximizing attraction and minimizing repulsion.