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 between a metal and a nonmetal.

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What types of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds typically form between a metal and a nonmetal.

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Why do elements form chemical bonds?

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Elements form chemical bonds to achieve stability, often by attaining a full outer electron shell.

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What is the chemical formula for Scandium Fluoride?

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The chemical formula for Scandium Fluoride is ScF₃.

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What must the overall charge of an ionic compound be?

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The overall charge of an ionic compound must be zero.

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What is the chemical formula for potassium bromide?

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The chemical formula for potassium bromide is KBr.

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How do you determine the ratio of ions in an ionic compound?

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The ratio of ions in an ionic compound is determined by balancing the total positive and negative charges to equal zero.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion?

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

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What is the charge of a bromide ion?

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The charge of a bromide ion (Br) is -1.

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What happens to electrons during the formation of ionic bonds?

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In ionic bonding, electrons are transferred from the metal to the nonmetal, resulting in the formation of positive and negative ions.