Ions and Bonding

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of charged ions.

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What happens to a metal atom when it forms a cation?

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A metal atom loses electrons to form a cation.

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What is a neutral atom?

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A neutral atom is an atom that has an equal number of protons and electrons, resulting in no overall charge.

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How are electrons involved in ionic bonds?

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In ionic bonds, electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

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What type of compounds conduct electricity when dissolved in water?

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Ionic compounds conduct electricity when dissolved in water.

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Predict the bond that will form between beryllium (Be) and fluorine (F).

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An ionic bond will form between beryllium (Be) and fluorine (F).

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion that is formed when an atom loses one or more electrons.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion that is formed when an atom gains one or more electrons.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons and the formation of charged ions, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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What is the role of protons in determining the charge of an atom?

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The number of protons in an atom determines its positive charge; if the number of electrons is less than protons, the atom is positively charged.