Ionic Bonding

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What charge does potassium have as an ion?

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1+

Front

What charge does bromine have as an ion?

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1-

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What do ions have unequal numbers of?

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Protons and electrons.

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When is an atom considered stable?

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When it has a full valence electron shell.

Front

What is the charge of phosphorus as an ion?

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3-

Front

What is the charge of sodium as an ion?

Back

1+

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What is the formula for sodium phosphide?

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Na₃P

Front

Define ionic bonding.

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Ionic bonding is the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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What is a valence electron?

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A valence electron is an electron in the outermost shell of an atom that can participate in forming chemical bonds.

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What happens to an atom when it loses an electron?

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It becomes a positively charged ion (cation).