Ionic compounds

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What type of bond is formed when metals bond with non-metals?

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Ionic bond.

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What happens to an atom when it gains electrons?

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It becomes negatively charged because it has added electrons.

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How many valence electrons does a bromine atom have?

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7 valence electrons.

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What type of ion does a metal become when it loses electrons?

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Cation.

Front

What is the chemical name for AgF?

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Silver fluoride.

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What is an ionic compound?

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A compound formed from the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

Front

What charge do non-metals typically have when they form ions?

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Negative charge (anions).

Front

What charge do metals typically have when they form ions?

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Positive charge (cations).

Front

What is the formula for sodium chloride?

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NaCl.

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What is the process called when an atom loses or gains electrons?

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Ionization.