23-24 Test 4 Review

Front

If I gain electrons, I become:

Back

Negative because I've added electrons.

Front

What forces hold the crystalline lattices of ionic compounds together?

Back

Strong electrostatic forces of attraction between oppositely charged ions.

Front

Which set of elements has similar properties according to the Periodic Table?

Back

He, Ne, Ar.

Front

What properties do all elements found on the left side of the Periodic Table have in common?

Back

They generally are good thermal and electrical conductors.

Front

Which element has an electron structure most similar to that of element X?

Back

Element 2.

Front

What is an ion?

Back

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

Front

Define ionic bond.

Back

A chemical bond formed between two ions with opposite charges.

Front

What is the significance of the Periodic Table?

Back

It organizes elements based on their atomic number and similar properties.

Front

What are the characteristics of metals?

Back

They are typically good conductors of heat and electricity, malleable, and ductile.

Front

What is the difference between cations and anions?

Back

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