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.

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What happens to metals during ionic bonding?

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Metals tend to lose electrons and form positive ions (cations) during ionic bonding.

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What happens to nonmetals during ionic bonding?

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Nonmetals tend to gain electrons and form negative ions (anions) during ionic bonding.

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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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How many valence electrons does Beryllium (Be) have?

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Beryllium has 2 valence electrons.

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What is the charge of a nitrogen ion when it gains 3 electrons?

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The charge of the nitrogen ion is -3 (N^-3).

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What is the chemical formula for the ionic compound formed between aluminum and oxygen?

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The chemical formula is Al₂O₃.

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Which element forms anions among Ca, Al, K, and F?

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F (Fluorine) forms anions.

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What is the charge of a cation?

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A cation has a positive charge.