Ionic Bonding

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A charged particle that has gained or lost electrons is called a _____ (Options: molecule, ion, isotope, element).

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ion

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A cation is a ____ ion.

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positive

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An anion will be a ____ ion.

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negative

Front

Nitrogen will form which of the following ions? Options: N, N^-3, N^-5, N⁺⁵

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N^-3

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In the compound aluminum oxide, which is the cation? Options: Al⁺³, Al, O^-2, O

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Al⁺³

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Ionic bonds form between metals and ____.

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nonmetals

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How many electrons are needed in the outer energy levels of an atom to be stable? Options: 2, 4, 6, 8

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8

Front

Which of the following is NOT a property of ionic compounds?

• They conduct electricity when molten
• They conduct electricity when in solution
• They have high boiling points
• They are insoluble in water

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They are insoluble in water

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What does the "2" in the chemical formula MgBr₂ tell you?

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There are 2 bromide ions for every magnesium ion

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Characteristic property of ionic compounds?

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They form hard, brittle crystals with characteristic shapes