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What is ionic bonding?

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Ionic bonding is the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically formed when electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

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What is the formula for Cesium Bromide?

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CsBr

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What is the formula for Potassium Sulfide?

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K₂S

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What ion does Nitrogen form?

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N³⁻

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How is a cation with a charge of 2+ formed?

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A cation with a charge of 2+ is formed by losing 2 electrons.

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What attracts cations and anions together?

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The opposite charges are attracted to one another.

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion that is formed when an atom loses one or more electrons.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion that is formed when an atom gains one or more electrons.

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

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+1

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

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-1