Ionic and Metallic Bonds

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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 transfer of electrons from one atom to another, resulting in the attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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How does oxygen become an oxide ion?

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Oxygen becomes an oxide ion by gaining 2 electrons.

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What type of charges do ions have in ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds form between ions that have opposite charges.

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How are ionic bonds formed?

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Ionic bonds are formed through the transfer of electrons between atoms.

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What happens to calcium to become a calcium ion?

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Calcium becomes a calcium ion by losing 2 electrons.

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What characterizes metallic bonds?

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In metallic bonds, electrons are delocalized and move around the nuclei randomly, allowing for conductivity and malleability.

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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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What is the role of valence electrons in ionic bonding?

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Valence electrons are the outermost electrons of an atom and are involved in the transfer or sharing of electrons during ionic bonding.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons and the formation of charged ions, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.