Ionic Bonding

Front

What ion charge do elements in the HALOGEN family form?

Back

-1

Front

In an ionic bond, how are electrons treated?

Back

Electrons are transferred.

Front

What charge does an ion of OXYGEN have?

Back

-2

Front

What ion charge do elements in the ALKALI METAL family form?

Back

+1

Front

What ion charge do elements in the ALKALINE EARTH METAL family form?

Back

+2

Front

Define ionic bonding.

Back

Ionic bonding is the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

Front

What is an ion?

Back

An ion is an atom or molecule that has gained or lost one or more electrons, resulting in a net charge.

Front

What is the difference between cations and anions?

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Cations are positively charged ions, while anions are negatively charged ions.

Front

How do ionic compounds typically form?

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Ionic compounds form when metals transfer electrons to nonmetals.

Front

What is the general formula for ionic compounds?

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The general formula is represented as AB, where A is a cation and B is an anion.