Ions and Ionic Bonding Practice

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, resulting in the attraction between positively and negatively charged ions.

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How are ionic bonds formed?

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Ionic bonds are formed when electrons are transferred from a metal atom to a nonmetal atom.

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What types of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds typically form between metals and nonmetals.

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What happens to metals during ionic bonding?

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Metals typically lose electrons during the formation of ionic bonds.

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What happens to nonmetals during ionic bonding?

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Nonmetals typically gain electrons during the formation of ionic bonds.

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What is the chemical formula for magnesium chloride?

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The chemical formula for magnesium chloride is MgCl₂.

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What is the name of the ionic compound Al₂O₃?

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The name of the ionic compound Al₂O₃ is aluminum oxide.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na⁺)?

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The charge of a sodium ion (Na⁺) is +1.

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What is the charge of a chloride ion (Cl⁻)?

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The charge of a chloride ion (Cl⁻) is -1.

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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To determine the formula of an ionic compound, balance the total positive and negative charges of the ions.