Valency- Ion Formation

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What is valency?

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Valency is the measure of an atom's ability to bond with other atoms, determined by the number of electrons in its outer shell.

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound formed by the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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What is the formula of an ionic compound formed from Lithium and Oxygen?

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Li₂O

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What happens to an atom when it loses an electron?

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It becomes a positively charged ion.

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What happens to an atom when it gains an electron?

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It becomes a negatively charged ion.

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What are valence electrons?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that can participate in chemical bonding.

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How do you determine the charge of an ion?

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

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What is the charge of a cation?

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A cation has a positive charge.

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What is the charge of an anion?

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An anion has a negative charge.

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What is the significance of valency in chemical reactions?

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Valency determines how atoms combine to form compounds and the types of bonds they can form.