Chemical Bonds and Equations

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A shorter, easier way to show chemical reactions, using symbols instead of words, is called a ____.

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chemical equation

Front

Magnesium bromide is an ionic compound with the chemical formula MgBr2. What does the '2' tell you?

Back

There are two bromide ions for every magnesium ion.

Front

When an atom loses an electron, it becomes a ____.

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positive ion

Front

An ionic bond is the attraction between ____.

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oppositely charged ions

Front

Nitrate (NO3–), ammonium (NH4+), and carbonate (CO3 2–) are examples of __________________ ions.

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polyatomic

Front

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

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+1

Front

What type of bond is formed when electrons are shared between atoms?

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covalent bond

Front

What is the chemical formula for water?

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H2O

Front

What is the process called when a solid turns into a gas without becoming liquid?

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sublimation

Front

What is the name of the bond formed between two nonmetals?

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covalent bond