Ions

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What is an ion?

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An ion is an atom or molecule that has a net electrical charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons.

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What charge does Beryllium (Be) ionize to?

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+2

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What charge does Calcium (Ca) ionize to?

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+2

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What charge does Magnesium (Mg) ionize to?

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+2

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What charge does Rubidium (Rb) ionize to?

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+1

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What charge does Iodine (I) ionize to?

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-1

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What is the difference between cations and anions?

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Cations are positively charged ions (formed by losing electrons), while anions are negatively charged ions (formed by gaining electrons).

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What is the significance of ionization energy?

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Ionization energy is the energy required to remove an electron from an atom or ion, which helps determine how easily an atom can form an ion.

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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, leading to stability.

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How do metals typically ionize?

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Metals typically ionize by losing electrons to form cations with a positive charge.