Ionic Bonding

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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 electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically formed when one atom donates an electron to another.

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What is the formula for an ionic compound formed from 4 Sr ions and 8 Br ions?

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SrBr₂

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What is the formula for an ionic compound formed from 6 Fe ions and 9 O ions?

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Fe₂O₃

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Which pair of elements cannot form an ionic compound?

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Carbon and Oxygen.

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What is the formula for an ionic compound formed from 4 Al ions and 6 O ions?

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Al₂O₃

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What holds the ions together in an ionic bond?

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The ions have opposite charges.

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

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+1

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

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-1

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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.

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What is the significance of the octet rule in ionic bonding?

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Atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of eight electrons, leading to stability.