Ionic Bonds

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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 electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically between a metal and a non-metal.

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What happens to the total positive charge in an ionic compound?

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In an ionic compound, the total positive charge of all the positive ions equals the total negative charge of all the negative ions.

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What do metal atoms do to achieve a stable arrangement of 8 valence electrons?

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Metal atoms are likely to lose electrons to achieve a stable arrangement of 8 valence electrons.

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Which group of elements is most likely to form negative ions?

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Elements from Group 17 are most likely to form negative ions.

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What type of ion does an atom become when it loses a valence electron?

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When an atom loses a valence electron, it becomes a positive ion.

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What type of charges do ionic bonds form between?

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Ionic bonds form between two ions that have opposite charges.

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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 octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons in order to have a full set of eight valence electrons.

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What is the role of valence electrons in ionic bonding?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom and are involved in the formation of ionic bonds.