Ionic Bonding

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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 an electron is transferred from a metal to a non-metal.

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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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How do you determine the charge of a cation?

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The charge of a cation is determined by the number of electrons lost; for example, a cation with a charge of 2+ has lost 2 electrons.

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed from Na+ and Cl-?

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The formula is NaCl.

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What is the significance of subscripts in ionic compounds?

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Subscripts indicate the number of each type of ion in the compound, ensuring charge balance.

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed from Mg2+ and O2-?

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The formula is MgO.

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What is the term for a compound made of ions?

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An ionic compound is often referred to as a salt.

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How are ionic charges represented in chemical formulas?

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Ionic charges are represented as superscripts next to the element symbols.

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed from Al3+ and S2-?

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The formula is Al2S3.