Ionic Compounds Unit Review
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Chemistry
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10th Grade
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an ionic compound?
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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding. They typically form between metals and nonmetals.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the charge of a cation?
Back
A cation has a positive charge, formed when a metal loses one or more electrons.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the charge of an anion?
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An anion has a negative charge, formed when a nonmetal gains one or more electrons.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the octet rule?
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The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full valence shell of eight electrons, leading to greater stability.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?
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To determine the formula, balance the total positive and negative charges of the ions to ensure the compound is neutral.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the significance of valence electrons in bonding?
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Valence electrons are the outermost electrons of an atom and are involved in forming bonds. Atoms seek to have a full valence shell.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to the size of an atom when it becomes a cation?
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When an atom becomes a cation, it loses electrons and typically decreases in size due to reduced electron-electron repulsion.
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