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 a cation?

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A cation is an ion with a positive charge, formed when an atom loses one or more electrons.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is an ion with a negative charge, formed when an atom gains one or more electrons.

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

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+1

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

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-1

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed between magnesium (Mg) and oxygen (O)?

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MgO

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What is the charge on an aluminum ion (Al)?

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+3

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed between calcium (Ca) and sulfur (S)?

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CaS

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed between potassium (K) and bromine (Br)?

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KBr

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What is the octet rule?

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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.