Ionic and Covalent Bonds

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What are ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds are formed when one atom transfers electrons to another atom, resulting in the formation of positively and negatively charged ions that attract each other.

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What are covalent bonds?

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Covalent bonds are formed when two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.

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Where are metals located on the periodic table?

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Metals are primarily located on the left side and in the center of the periodic table.

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What do atoms that form positive ions tend to do?

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Atoms that form positive ions tend to lose electrons.

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What is the charge of an oxygen atom with 8 protons and 10 electrons?

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The charge is O²⁻.

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Which element will form an anion?

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Chlorine will form an anion.

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What is the charge for elements in Group 2 of the periodic table?

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The charge, or oxidation number, for elements in Group 2 is +2.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion that has gained one or more electrons.

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion that has lost one or more electrons.

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How do you determine the charge of a simple ion?

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The charge of a simple ion is determined by the difference between the number of protons and electrons.