5B Ionic Bonding

Front

What charge do halogens have when they form an ion?

Back

1-

Front

In the compound aluminum oxide, which ion is the cation?

Back

[ Al ] +3

Front

How would you describe the formation of a cation with a charge of 2+?

Back

Lost 2 electrons.

Front

What is the chemical formula for an ionic crystal with 6 Fe ions and 9 O ions?

Back

Fe2O3

Front

What is an ionic bond?

Back

A chemical bond formed between two ions with opposite charges.

Front

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

Back

1+.

Front

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

Back

1-.

Front

What is the octet rule?

Back

Atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of 8 electrons.

Front

What is the difference between a cation and an anion?

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A cation is a positively charged ion, while an anion is a negatively charged ion.

Front

What is the formula for the ionic compound formed between magnesium and oxygen?

Back

MgO.