Ionic Bonding Flashcard

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What happens to an atom when it loses a valence electron?

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It becomes a positive ion.

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Which group of elements in the periodic table typically have eight valence electrons and are stable?

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Group 18.

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What charge does a chlorine atom have after it gains one electron to become an ion?

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Negative.

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What is the chemical formula for an ionic compound formed between magnesium and chlorine?

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MgCl2.

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Which of the following pairs of elements are most likely to form an ionic bond? Sodium & chlorine or hydrogen & helium?

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Sodium & chlorine.

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What is an ionic bond?

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A chemical bond formed between two ions with opposite charges.

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What is the role of valence electrons in ionic bonding?

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Valence electrons are transferred from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of ions.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion after it loses one electron?

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Positive.

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What type of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Metals and nonmetals.

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What is the result of an ionic bond between a metal and a nonmetal?

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Formation of a compound with distinct properties different from the individual elements.