Metal and Nonmetal Ion Formation

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What is the charge of the bromine (bromide) ion?

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-1

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When a metal reacts, it ________ electron(s).

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loses

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When potassium (K) reacts, it ...

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loses electron(s) to look like the nearest noble gas on the periodic table.

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What is the charge of the rubidium (Rb) ion?

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+1

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Metals react to form...

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positive ions called cations

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What are cations?

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Cations are positively charged ions formed when metals lose electrons.

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What are anions?

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Anions are negatively charged ions formed when nonmetals gain electrons.

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What happens to nonmetals during ion formation?

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Nonmetals gain electrons to form negative ions (anions).

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

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+1

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What is the general trend for metal ion charges in Group 1 of the periodic table?

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They typically form +1 ions.