Ionic Bonding and Naming

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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 a metal donates electrons to a non-metal.

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What is the formula for Ammonium phosphate?

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(NH₄)₃PO₄

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What ion is formed when magnesium loses two electrons?

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[Mg]²⁺

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

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Ionic bond.

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What is the empirical formula for lithium oxide formed from [Li]⁺ and [O]²⁻?

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Li₂O

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What is the name of FeCl₂?

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Iron (II) chloride.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion?

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[Na]⁺

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What is the charge of a chloride ion?

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[Cl]⁻

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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Combine the cation and anion charges to balance them to zero.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve sharing of electrons.