Ions & Ionic Bonding

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The attraction between oppositely charged ions is called a(n) _______________.

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ionic bond

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An ionic bond involves two elements...

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Transferring electrons

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What is the name given to the outermost electron(s)?

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valance electrons

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Why do ionic bonds form?

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to fill the outermost energy level

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Atoms that gain electrons become...

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negatively charged

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What are ions?

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Atoms or molecules that have a net electric charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons.

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What is a cation?

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A positively charged ion that has lost one or more electrons.

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What is an anion?

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A negatively charged ion that has gained one or more electrons.

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What is the role of valence electrons in ionic bonding?

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Valence electrons are involved in the transfer between atoms to form ionic bonds.

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What happens to the charge of an atom when it loses an electron?

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It becomes positively charged.