Ionic Bonding

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What is an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion that forms when an atom gains one or more electrons.

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What happens to anions during ionic bonding?

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Anions gain electrons, becoming negatively charged.

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What is the formula for Sodium Chloride?

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NaCl

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How do you write the chemical formula for an ionic compound formed from Magnesium and Chlorine?

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MgCl₂

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What is the chemical formula for Sodium Sulfide?

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Na₂S

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Why do elements form chemical bonds?

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Elements form chemical bonds to become more stable.

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion that forms when an atom loses one or more electrons.

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

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The charge of a sodium ion is +1.

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

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The charge of a chloride ion is -1.

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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 outer shell of eight electrons.