Lewis Dot Structure and Ionic Bonding Flashcard

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What is a cation?

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A cation is an atom that has lost electrons and has a positive charge.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is an atom that has gained electrons and has a negative charge.

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What is the charge of an atom with an equal number of protons and electrons?

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The charge is 0, meaning the atom is neutral.

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What is the charge of Lithium (Li)?

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The charge of Lithium (Li) is +1.

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What is the purpose of a Lewis dot structure?

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To show the valence electrons of an atom and how they are shared in a molecule.

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Which element is most likely to form an ionic bond?

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Sodium (Na) is most likely to form an ionic bond.

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What are valence electrons?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in forming bonds.

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How do ionic bonds form?

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Ionic bonds form when one atom transfers electrons to another atom, resulting in the formation of cations and anions.

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What is the charge of Chlorine (Cl) when it forms an anion?

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The charge of Chlorine (Cl) when it forms an anion is -1.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.