Ionic Bonds Flashcard

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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 positively charged metal ions and negatively charged nonmetal ions.

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What happens to electrons during the formation of an ionic bond?

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In ionic bonding, electrons are transferred from the metal atom to the nonmetal atom, resulting in the formation of charged ions.

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What is the charge of a metal ion in an ionic bond?

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The charge of a metal ion in an ionic bond is positive.

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What is the charge of a nonmetal ion in an ionic bond?

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The charge of a nonmetal ion in an ionic bond is negative.

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What is the overall charge of an ionic compound?

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The overall charge of an ionic compound is zero, as the positive and negative charges balance each other.

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What type of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds typically form between metals and nonmetals.

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What is the chemical formula for sodium chloride?

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The chemical formula for sodium chloride is NaCl.

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What does the subscript in a chemical formula indicate?

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The subscript in a chemical formula indicates the number of atoms of each element in the compound.

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What is an example of an ionic compound?

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An example of an ionic compound is sodium chloride (NaCl).

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How do ionic compounds typically behave in water?

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Ionic compounds typically dissolve in water and conduct electricity when dissolved.