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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion.

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What charge do alkali metals (group 1A) have when they form an ion?

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Alkali metals form ions with a charge of 1+.

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How many electrons are needed in the outer energy levels of an atom to be stable?

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8 electrons are needed for stability in the outer energy levels.

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What happens to sulfur (S) when it forms an ionic bond?

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Sulfur gains 2 valence electrons when forming an ionic bond.

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How is an ionic bond formed?

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An ionic bond is formed by the transfer of electrons from one atom to another.

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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 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 8 electrons.

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What type of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds typically form between metals and nonmetals.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.

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What is the role of valence electrons in ionic bonding?

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Valence electrons are the electrons involved in the formation of ionic bonds.