Ionic Bonding

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What is ionic bonding?

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Ionic bonding is the electrostatic attraction between positively charged ions (cations) and negatively charged ions (anions) that occurs when electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

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What are cations?

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Cations are positively charged ions that form when an atom loses one or more electrons.

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What are anions?

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Anions are negatively charged ions that form when an atom gains one or more electrons.

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Which group of elements is known for forming anions?

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Halogens are known for forming anions, typically gaining one electron to achieve a full outer shell.

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What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of eight electrons.

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How do metals typically behave in ionic bonding?

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Metals tend to lose electrons and form positive cations in ionic bonding.

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How do nonmetals typically behave in ionic bonding?

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Nonmetals tend to gain electrons and form negative anions in ionic bonding.

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What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na+)?

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The charge of a sodium ion (Na+) is +1, as it loses one electron.

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What is the charge of a chloride ion (Cl-)?

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The charge of a chloride ion (Cl-) is -1, as it gains one electron.

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What is the result of the ionic bond between sodium and chlorine?

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The result of the ionic bond between sodium and chlorine is the formation of sodium chloride (NaCl), commonly known as table salt.