Ionic Bonding

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically between a metal and a non-metal.

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What is the charge of an aluminum ion?

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Aluminum forms a +3 ion, denoted as Al⁺³.

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What is the charge of a sulfide ion?

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The sulfide ion has a charge of -2, denoted as S^-2.

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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The formula of an ionic compound is determined by balancing the total positive and negative charges of the ions.

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed between Al⁺³ and S^-2?

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The formula is Al₂S₃.

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What charge do halogens typically have when they form ions?

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Halogens typically form ions with a charge of -1.

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What ion does nitrogen typically form?

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Nitrogen typically forms a -3 ion, denoted as N^-3.

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What is the ionic compound formed between barium (Ba) and phosphorus (P)?

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The ionic compound is Ba₃P₂.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion?

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Sodium forms a +1 ion, denoted as Na⁺.

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What is the formula for Sodium Nitride?

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The formula for Sodium Nitride is Na₃N.