Ionic Bonds

Front

Where are metals located on the periodic table?

Back

Metals are located on the left side and in the center of the periodic table, typically represented in red.

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How does calcium become a calcium ion?

Back

Calcium becomes a calcium ion by losing 2 electrons.

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What is the ionic compound formed when you combine Li+ and N-3 ions?

Back

The ionic compound formed is Li3N.

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What does the number 6 represent in the context of an element?

Back

The number 6 represents the atomic number of the element.

Front

What type of elements form ionic bonds?

Back

Ionic bonds are formed between metals and non-metals.

Front

Define ionic bond.

Back

An ionic bond is a chemical bond formed between two ions with opposite charges.

Front

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

Back

The charge of a sodium ion is +1.

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What is the charge of a chloride ion (Cl-)?

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The charge of a chloride ion is -1.

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed between magnesium and oxygen?

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The formula is MgO.

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What happens to the electrons during the formation of an ionic bond?

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Electrons are transferred from the metal to the non-metal.