ionic bond

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed when one atom gives up one or more electrons to another atom, creating ions that attract each other.

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What happens to an atom when it loses electrons?

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When an atom loses electrons, it becomes positively charged.

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What happens to an atom when it gains electrons?

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When an atom gains electrons, it becomes negatively charged.

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Which type of elements typically lose electrons?

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Metals typically lose electrons.

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Which type of elements typically gain electrons?

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Nonmetals typically gain electrons.

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

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The charge of a sodium ion is +1.

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What is the charge of a chloride ion (Cl-)?

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The charge of a chloride ion is -1.

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What do we call the particles formed when atoms gain or lose electrons?

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Ions.

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What is the charge of an aluminum ion (Al3+)?

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The charge of an aluminum ion is +3.

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What type of bond is formed between metals and nonmetals?

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An ionic bond is formed between metals and nonmetals.