Ionic bonding

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What is the overall charge of ionic compounds when they form?

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neutral

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What charge do halogens have when they form an ion?

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1-

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What determines how ionic bonds will form?

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Number of valence electrons

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What charge do alkali metals have when they form an ion?

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1+

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Why do all bonds form?

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to fill the outermost energy level

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What is an ionic bond?

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A chemical bond formed between two ions with opposite charges.

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What are cations?

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Positively charged ions that form when an atom loses electrons.

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What are anions?

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Negatively charged ions that form when an atom gains electrons.

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How do ionic compounds typically form?

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Through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another.

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What is the role of valence electrons in ionic bonding?

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Valence electrons are involved in the transfer between atoms to achieve stability.