Ionic bonding

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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 one atom donates an electron to another, resulting in the formation of positive and negative ions.

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

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The charge of a sodium ion (Na+) is +1.

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

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The charge of a chloride ion (Cl-) is -1.

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What happens to electrons during ionic bonding?

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During ionic bonding, one atom loses electrons (becoming a positively charged ion) while another atom gains those electrons (becoming a negatively charged ion).

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What is the formula for sodium chloride?

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The formula for sodium chloride is NaCl.

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What is the charge of a bromine ion (Br-)?

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The charge of a bromine ion (Br-) is -1.

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How many valence electrons does potassium (K) have?

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Potassium (K) has 1 valence electron.

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What is the charge of a beryllium ion (Be2+)?

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The charge of a beryllium ion (Be2+) is +2.

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What is the compound name for MgO?

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The compound name for MgO is magnesium oxide.

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What will beryllium (Be) do with its valence electrons when forming an ionic bond?

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Beryllium (Be) will lose 2 valence electrons when forming an ionic bond.