Ionic Bonding Test Review

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically between a metal and a nonmetal.

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What is the formula for the ionic bond between strontium and oxygen?

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SrO

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What is the proper name for the ionic compound Al2O3?

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Aluminum oxide

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What is the formula for iron (III) oxide?

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Fe2O3

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What charge does bromine form when it becomes an ion?

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1-

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Can nonmetals transfer electrons to metals to form a bond?

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No - only metals can transfer electrons to nonmetals.

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What is the charge of strontium when it forms an ion?

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2+.

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What type of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds typically form between metals and nonmetals.

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What is the significance of the octet rule in ionic bonding?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of eight electrons, leading to the formation of stable ionic compounds.

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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The formula of an ionic compound is determined by balancing the total positive and negative charges of the ions.