Chemical Bonding

Front

What happens to magnesium when it loses 2 electrons?

Back

It becomes positively charged.

Front

What is the ionic formula for a bond between Calcium and Phosphorus?

Back

Ca₃P₂.

Front

Which category of elements usually forms negative ions?

Back

Nonmetals.

Front

What do positive ions tend to do?

Back

Lose electrons.

Front

What is the correct Lewis Structure for oxygen?

Back

O with 6 valence electrons represented as dots around it.

Front

What type of bond is formed when electrons are transferred from one atom to another?

Back

Ionic bond.

Front

What is the charge of a cation?

Back

Positive.

Front

What is the charge of an anion?

Back

Negative.

Front

How do you determine the number of valence electrons in an element?

Back

By looking at its group number in the periodic table.

Front

What is the octet rule?

Back

Atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of 8 electrons.