Ionic Bonding

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What is ionic bonding?

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Ionic bonding is the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically formed when electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

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What is the formula for sodium chloride?

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NaCl

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What are cations?

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Cations are positively charged ions that are formed when an atom loses one or more electrons.

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What are anions?

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Anions are negatively charged ions that are formed when an atom gains one or more electrons.

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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A polyatomic ion is an ion that consists of two or more atoms bonded together, which collectively have a charge.

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What is the name of the compound with the formula MgO?

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Magnesium oxide

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Why do ionic compounds conduct electricity when dissolved in water?

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Ionic compounds conduct electricity in solution because the ions are free to move and carry charge.

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What is the significance of the octet rule in ionic bonding?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of eight electrons, leading to the formation of stable ionic compounds.

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What is the melting point of ionic compounds compared to covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds generally have higher melting and boiling points than covalent compounds due to the strong electrostatic forces between ions.

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What is the formula for potassium sulfate?

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K2SO4