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 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.

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed between aluminum (Al) and oxygen (O)?

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed between sodium (Na) and sulfur (S)?

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In an ionic bond, which type of element is the cation?

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The cation is always a metal.

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed between aluminum (Al) and sulfur (S)?

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What is the role of valence electrons in ionic bonding?

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Valence electrons are the outermost electrons that are transferred from one atom to another during the formation of ionic bonds.

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What is the octet rule in relation to ionic bonding?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of eight electrons, leading to stability.

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How do you determine the formula of an ionic compound?

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To determine the formula, balance the total positive and negative charges of the cations and anions.