Ionic Bonding

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What is ionic bonding?

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Ionic bonding is a type of chemical bond that occurs when electrons are transferred from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of charged ions that attract each other.

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What is an ion?

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An ion is a charged particle that has gained or lost one or more electrons, resulting in a positive (cation) or negative (anion) charge.

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What is the oxidation number of oxygen in most compounds?

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The oxidation number of oxygen in most compounds is -2.

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What is the formula for Lead Chloride?

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The formula for Lead Chloride is PbCl₂.

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Which elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds typically form between metals and nonmetals.

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What is a cation?

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

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What is an anion?

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

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How do you determine the charge of an ion?

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The charge of an ion can be determined by the difference between the number of protons and electrons in the atom.

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What is the significance of the octet rule in ionic bonding?

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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, leading to the formation of stable ionic compounds.

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What is the relationship between ionic compounds and their melting points?

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Ionic compounds generally have high melting points due to the strong electrostatic forces between the oppositely charged ions.