Flashcard 6-2 Ionic Bonding

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What happens to nitrogen's valence electrons when it forms an ionic bond?

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Nitrogen will gain 3 valence electrons.

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How many valence electrons does argon have?

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Argon has 8 valence electrons.

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What must oxygen do to achieve a stable octet?

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Oxygen will gain 2 valence electrons.

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What does the formula Al2S3 indicate about the ions present?

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The formula Al2S3 shows that there are 2 Al+3 ions and 3 S-2 ions.

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What happens to magnesium's valence electrons when it forms an ionic bond?

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Magnesium will lose 2 valence electrons.

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Define ionic bonding.

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Ionic bonding is the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically formed when one atom transfers electrons to another.

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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 set of eight valence electrons.

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What type of ions do metals typically form in ionic bonds?

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Metals typically form positive ions (cations) in ionic bonds.

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What type of ions do nonmetals typically form in ionic bonds?

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Nonmetals typically form negative ions (anions) in 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.