Ionic Bonds

Front

What do strong electrolytes form in solution?

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Ions

Front

What is the correct formula for lithium oxide?

Back

Li₂O

Front

What happens to an atom when it gains electrons?

Back

It becomes negative because it has added electrons.

Front

What is the formula for the compound formed by Al³⁺ and O²⁻?

Back

Al₂O₃

Front

What is the formula for the compound formed by Cr³⁺ and O²⁻?

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Cr₂O₃

Front

Define ionic bond.

Back

An ionic bond is a chemical bond formed between two ions with opposite charges.

Front

What is the charge of a lithium ion (Li) when it loses an electron?

Back

Positive (Li⁺).

Front

What is the charge of an oxide ion (O) when it gains two electrons?

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Negative (O²⁻).

Front

How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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By balancing the total positive and negative charges of the ions.

Front

What is the role of valence electrons in ionic bonding?

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Valence electrons are transferred from one atom to another to form ions.