IONIC Bonding and Oxidation Numbers

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What is the oxidation number of Sodium (Na)?

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+1

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What is the oxidation number for Beryllium (Be)?

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+2

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Which type of bond involves the transfer of electrons?

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Ionic bond

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What is the oxidation number for Fluorine (F)?

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-1

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What are oxidation numbers?

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Electrons gained or lost in chemical bonding

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Define ionic bonding.

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A type of chemical bond formed through the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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What is the oxidation number of Oxygen (O) in most compounds?

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-2

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What is the oxidation number of Hydrogen (H) when bonded to nonmetals?

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+1

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What is the oxidation number of Chlorine (Cl) in most compounds?

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-1, unless bonded to Oxygen or Fluorine.

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What is the significance of oxidation numbers in chemical reactions?

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They help in determining how electrons are transferred between atoms.