Ionic Bonding

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What is ionic bonding?

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Ionic bonding is the electrostatic attraction between positively charged ions (cations) and negatively charged ions (anions) that occurs when electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

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What is the formula for sodium sulfate?

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The formula for sodium sulfate is Na2SO4.

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What is the overall charge of an ionic compound?

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The overall charge of an ionic compound is neutral (zero).

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Which element is most likely to gain electrons when bonding?

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Bromine (Br) is most likely to gain electrons when bonding.

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What charge do alkaline earth metals have when they form ions?

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Alkaline earth metals have a charge of 2+ when they form ions.

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How many sulfur atoms are needed to form a neutral compound of aluminum sulfide?

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Three sulfur atoms are needed to form a neutral compound of aluminum sulfide (Al2S3).

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What is a cation?

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

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What is an anion?

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

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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 eight electrons, leading to the formation of stable ionic compounds.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons and the attraction between charged ions, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.