Ions & Ionic Compounds PS2.1/PS1.13

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What is an ion?

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An ion is an atom or molecule that has a net electrical charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons.

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What is the charge on a cation?

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

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What is the charge on an anion?

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

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What is the charge on an Aluminium ion?

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+3

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What is the name of the compound Ca3(PO4)2?

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Calcium phosphate

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What type of bond is formed between metals and non-metals?

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Ionic bond

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding.

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Which of these combinations forms an ionic compound?

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Metal and Nonmetal

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What is the charge of Neon?

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0

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What is the formula for sodium chloride?

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NaCl