Ionic Bonding and Naming Practice Flashcard

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How many valence electrons does Aluminum have?

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Aluminum has 3 valence electrons.

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What is the name of Na2S?

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The name is sodium sulfide.

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What is the charge on an Aluminium ion?

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The charge on an Aluminium ion is +3.

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What is the name of CaCO3?

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The name is calcium carbonate.

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What is the name of NiSO4?

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The name is nickel (II) sulfate.

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Define ionic bonding.

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Ionic bonding is the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion.

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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 8 electrons.

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How do you determine the charge of a monatomic ion?

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The charge of a monatomic ion is determined by the number of electrons lost or gained compared to the neutral atom.