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What happens to metals when they become ions?

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Metals lose electrons when they become ions.

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Which element is an exception to the octet rule?

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Helium is an exception to the octet rule.

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Which pair of elements would NOT react to form an ionic compound?

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Sulfur and phosphorus would NOT react to form an ionic compound.

Front

What is the formula of Sodium oxide?

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The formula of Sodium oxide is Na2O.

Front

What is the basis of a metallic bond?

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The basis of a metallic bond is the attraction between positive metal ions and free floating electrons.

Front

Define ionic bond.

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

Front

What is the octet rule?

Back

The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full set of eight valence electrons.

Front

What type of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds typically form between metals and nonmetals.

Front

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.