Ion Formation

Front

What happens to elements from group 15 when they form ions?

Back

They gain 3 electrons and become -3.

Front

How many valence electrons does aluminum have according to its Lewis Electron Dot structure?

Back

3 valence electrons.

Front

If an ion has a charge of +3, which group does it belong to?

Back

Group 13.

Front

Which element will lose electrons to become positive?

Back

Lithium.

Front

Which element is expected to form an ion with a charge of -2?

Back

Sulfur.

Front

What is an ion?

Back

An ion is an atom or molecule that has a net electrical charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons.

Front

What is the charge of a cation?

Back

A cation has a positive charge.

Front

What is the charge of an anion?

Back

An anion has a negative charge.

Front

How do metals typically form ions?

Back

Metals typically lose electrons to form positive ions (cations).

Front

How do nonmetals typically form ions?

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Nonmetals typically gain electrons to form negative ions (anions).