Ionic Bonding

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What does the '2' in the chemical formula MgBr₂ indicate?

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There are 2 bromide ions for every magnesium ion.

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Why do atoms form bonds?

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Each atom has a stable electron configuration.

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What type of bond is formed between hydrogen and chlorine?

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Covalent bond.

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How are ionic bonds formed?

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Electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

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Where are nonmetals located on the periodic table?

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On the right side (Red).

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What is an ionic bond?

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A bond formed through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another.

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What charge do magnesium ions have in ionic compounds?

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Magnesium ions have a 2+ charge.

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What is the charge of bromide ions?

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Bromide ions have a 1- charge.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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

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What is the role of nonmetals in ionic bonding?

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Nonmetals typically gain electrons to form negative ions.