Unit 7: Ionic Bonding

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What is ionic bonding?

Back

Ionic bonding is the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, formed when one atom transfers electrons to another.

Front

What is the chemical formula for iron (III) bromide?

Back

FeBr₃

Front

What ion does a calcium (Ca) atom form?

Back

+2

Front

What is the formula for magnesium phosphide?

Back

Mg₃P₂

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What happens to valence electrons in ionic bonding?

Back

Valence electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

Front

What is the name of CaI₂?

Back

Calcium iodide

Front

What type of elements typically form ionic bonds?

Back

Ionic bonds typically form between metals and nonmetals.

Front

What is the charge of a bromide ion?

Back

-1

Front

How do you determine the formula for an ionic compound?

Back

Combine the symbols of the ions, adjusting the subscripts to balance the total positive and negative charges.

Front

What is the charge of a magnesium ion?

Back

+2