Ionic Bonding Retake (2024)

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Which element would Oxygen bond with?

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Sodium

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How many valence electrons do most elements need to have a full shell?

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8

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What is the name of a compound formed between Chlorine and Magnesium?

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Magnesium Chloride

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a chemical bond formed between two ions with opposite charges.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion?

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+1

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What is the charge of an oxygen ion?

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-2

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What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of eight electrons.

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What type of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Metals and nonmetals.

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What is the formula for Magnesium Chloride?

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MgCl2

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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By balancing the total positive and negative charges of the ions.