Ionic bonding

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What is ionic bonding?

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Ionic bonding is a type of chemical bond that occurs when electrons are transferred from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of charged ions that attract each other.

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What is the formula for magnesium oxide?

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MgO

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According to the Octet Rule, how many electrons do atoms aim to have in their outermost shell?

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8

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What type of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds typically form between metals and non-metals.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion.

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion.

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What happens to an atom when it loses an electron?

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When an atom loses an electron, it becomes a cation (positively charged ion).

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What happens to an atom when it gains an electron?

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When an atom gains an electron, it becomes an anion (negatively charged ion).

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What is the charge of a magnesium ion (Mg) when it forms an ionic bond?

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+2

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What is the charge of an oxide ion (O) when it forms an ionic bond?

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-2