Ionic Bonding Review

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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 with other atoms.

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How many valence electrons does Chlorine have?

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Chlorine has 7 valence electrons.

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion that has lost one or more electrons.

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In the compound aluminum oxide, which is the cation?

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The cation in aluminum oxide is Al⁺³.

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What is the formula for the compound formed by Lithium and Phosphorus?

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The formula is Li₃P.

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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.

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Which pair of elements should form an ionic bond?

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Sodium and Fluorine should form an ionic bond.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion?

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The charge of a sodium ion is Na⁺¹.

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How many potassium ions are needed to react with one sulfur ion?

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It takes 2 potassium ions (K⁺¹) to react with one sulfur ion (S^-2).

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What is the charge of a fluoride ion?

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The charge of a fluoride ion is F^-1.