Binary Ionic Compounds

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion that is formed when a metal loses one or more electrons.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion that is formed when a non-metal gains one or more electrons.

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What is the chemical formula for magnesium chloride?

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MgCl₂

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How do sodium (Na) and fluorine (F) bond together?

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They form sodium fluoride (NaF) by transferring one electron from sodium to fluorine.

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How do chromium (Cr) and oxygen (O) bond together?

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They form chromium(III) oxide (Cr₂O₃) by combining two chromium ions with three oxide ions.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion?

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+1 (Na⁺)

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What is the charge of a fluoride ion?

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-1 (F⁻)

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What is the charge of a magnesium ion?

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+2 (Mg²⁺)

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What is the charge of an oxide ion?

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-2 (O²⁻)

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What is the formula for the compound formed between aluminum and chlorine?

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AlCl₃