Ionic Formulas

Ionic Formulas

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Chemistry

10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an ionic compound?

Back

An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding. It typically forms when electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you determine the formula for an ionic compound?

Back

To determine the formula for an ionic compound, balance the total positive and negative charges of the ions involved. The subscripts in the formula represent the number of each type of ion.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the charge of potassium (K) when it forms an ion?

Back

Potassium (K) has a charge of +1 when it forms an ion.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the charge of sulfur (S) when it forms an ion?

Back

Sulfur (S) has a charge of -2 when it forms an ion.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the formula for the compound formed by potassium and sulfur?

Back

The formula is K2S.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the charge of lithium (Li) when it forms an ion?

Back

Lithium (Li) has a charge of +1 when it forms an ion.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the charge of phosphorus (P) when it forms an ion?

Back

Phosphorus (P) typically has a charge of -3 when it forms an ion.

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