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What do metals (like Na) typically do in the formation of ionic bonds?

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Metals typically lose electrons in the formation of ionic bonds.

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How are ionic bonds formed?

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Ionic bonds are formed when electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

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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 happens to cations during ionic bonding?

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Cations lose electrons, becoming positively charged.

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What types of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds typically form between a metal and a nonmetal.

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond that involves the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion that is formed when an atom loses one or more electrons.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion that is formed when an atom gains one or more electrons.

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What role do valence electrons play in ionic bonding?

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Valence electrons are the electrons involved in forming bonds between atoms, including ionic bonds.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na+) after it loses an electron?

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The charge of a sodium ion (Na+) is +1 after it loses an electron.