Ions and Their Charges

Front

What is the term for the ability of metals to be drawn into wires?

Back

Ductility

Front

What allows metals to conduct electricity efficiently?

Back

Delocalized electrons

Front

What is the formula for the sulfate ion?

Back

SO₄²⁻

Front

Which group of the periodic table has ions with positive charges?

Back

Group I

Front

Which ion has a charge of 1-?

Back

OH⁻

Front

Define an ion.

Back

An ion is an atom or molecule that has a net electrical charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons.

Front

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

Back

+1

Front

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

Back

-1

Front

What is the charge of a calcium ion (Ca²⁺)?

Back

+2

Front

What is the difference between cations and anions?

Back

Cations are positively charged ions, while anions are negatively charged ions.