Ions and Bonding

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Elements in the same group or column have the same ...

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# of valence electrons

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If an atom has an equal number of protons and electrons it is a...

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Neutral atom

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When dissolved in water, the solution is a good conductor of electricity.

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ionic compounds

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Na becomes an ion with a charge of _______

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+1

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What elements generally make an ionic bond?

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metal and nonmetal

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What are ions?

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Atoms or molecules that have gained or lost one or more electrons, resulting in a net charge.

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What is a cation?

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A positively charged ion, formed when an atom loses electrons.

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What is an anion?

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A negatively charged ion, formed when an atom gains electrons.

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What is the octet rule?

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Atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of eight electrons.

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What type of bond is formed between two nonmetals?

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Covalent bond.