Ionic Bonds

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What are ionic bonds formed between?

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Ionic bonds are formed between a metal and a nonmetal.

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Why do ionic bonds form?

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Ionic bonds form to fill the outermost energy level to make the atom stable.

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What is a cation?

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A cation is an ion with a positive (+) charge.

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What happens when an atom loses a valence electron?

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When an atom loses a valence electron, it becomes a positive ion.

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What is an ion?

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An ion is an atom or group of atoms that has an electric charge.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is an ion with a negative (-) charge.

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What is the role of valence electrons in ionic bonding?

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Valence electrons are involved in the transfer between atoms to form ionic bonds.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.

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What is the result of an ionic bond?

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The result of an ionic bond is the formation of a compound with distinct properties.

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Can ionic compounds conduct electricity?

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Ionic compounds can conduct electricity when dissolved in water or melted.