Ionic Bonding

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What are valence electrons?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in forming bonds with other atoms.

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How many valence electrons does Polonium (Po) have?

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6

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How many valence electrons does Magnesium (Mg) have?

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2

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What type of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds typically form between a metal and a nonmetal.

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How are ionic bonds formed?

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Ionic bonds are formed when electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

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What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms are most stable when they have eight electrons in their outer shell.

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What happens to the electrons in a metal during ionic bonding?

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In ionic bonding, metals tend to lose electrons.

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What happens to the electrons in a nonmetal during ionic bonding?

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In ionic bonding, nonmetals tend to gain electrons.

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What is the charge of a cation?

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A cation has a positive charge.

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What is the charge of an anion?

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An anion has a negative charge.