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 formed when one atom donates an electron to another.

Front

How many Aluminum atoms are in Al₂O₃?

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2

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When an ionic bond is formed, electrons are _____.

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gained or lost

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Generally, atoms form bonds so that _______________.

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Each atom has a stable electron configuration.

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What part of the atom does bonding involve?

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valence electrons

Front

What is the oxidation number of Fluorine in group 17 of the periodic table?

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-1

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What are valence electrons?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in forming bonds.

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What happens to the electrons in a metal atom during ionic bond formation?

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Metal atoms lose electrons to become positively charged ions.

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What happens to the electrons in a non-metal atom during ionic bond formation?

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Non-metal atoms gain electrons to become negatively charged ions.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na⁺)?

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+1