Ionic Bonding Review

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically between a metal and a non-metal.

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What are transition metals?

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Transition metals are elements found in the d block of the periodic table, characterized by their ability to form variable oxidation states and colored compounds.

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What is the charge of a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion, formed when an atom loses one or more electrons.

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What is the charge of an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion, formed when an atom gains one or more electrons.

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How many valence electrons does Beryllium have?

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Beryllium has 2 valence electrons.

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What happens to the valence electrons of metals during ionic bonding?

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Metals tend to lose their valence electrons to form cations during ionic bonding.

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What happens to the valence electrons of non-metals during ionic bonding?

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Non-metals tend to gain or share electrons to form anions during ionic bonding.

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What is the significance of the octet rule in ionic bonding?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of 8 electrons, leading to stability.

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What is the formula for the ion formed by Nitrogen?

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Nitrogen typically forms the ion N^-3.

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What distinguishes Fe²⁺ from Fe³⁺?

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Fe²⁺ and Fe³⁺ differ in their charge; Fe²⁺ has lost 2 electrons, while Fe³⁺ has lost 3 electrons.