Ionic Compounds

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What do anions gain during the formation of ionic compounds?

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Electrons

Front

Which two elements would NOT form an ionic bond?

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Calcium and lithium

Front

What is the correct name for MgI₂?

Back

Magnesium iodide

Front

What type of bond is formed when metals bond with non-metals?

Back

Ionic bond

Front

What charge does an atom acquire when it gains electrons?

Back

Negative charge

Front

What is an ionic compound?

Back

A compound formed by the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

Front

What are cations?

Back

Positively charged ions that are formed when an atom loses electrons.

Front

What are anions?

Back

Negatively charged ions that are formed when an atom gains electrons.

Front

What is the general rule for naming ionic compounds?

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The name of the cation is followed by the name of the anion.

Front

What is the formula for sodium chloride?

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NaCl