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 nonmetal.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion that is formed by gaining electrons.

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion that is formed by losing electrons.

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What charge do alkali metals form?

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Alkali metals (Group 1) form a +1 charge when they lose one electron.

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What charge does oxygen typically have in ionic compounds?

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Oxygen typically has a -2 charge in ionic compounds.

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How do you determine the charge of an ion?

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

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons and the formation of charged ions, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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What is the role of electronegativity in ionic bonding?

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Electronegativity is the tendency of an atom to attract electrons; in ionic bonding, a large difference in electronegativity between two atoms leads to electron transfer.

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Can elements in the carbon family (Group 14) form ionic bonds?

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No, elements in the carbon family typically do not form ionic bonds; they usually form covalent bonds.

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What happens to the electrons in an ionic bond?

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In an ionic bond, one atom donates electrons to another atom, resulting in the formation of cations and anions.