Lewis Dot Structure and Ionic Bonding Flashcard

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What is a Lewis Dot Structure?

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A diagram that shows the valence electrons of an atom and how they are shared or transferred in a molecule.

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What is an anion?

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An ion that has gained one or more electrons, resulting in a negative charge.

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What is a cation?

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An ion that has lost one or more electrons, resulting in a positive charge.

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What is the formula for the compound formed by magnesium ions and nitrogen ions?

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Mg₃N₂.

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Which element is most likely to form an anion?

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Chlorine (Cl).

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Which element is most likely to form an ionic bond?

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Sodium (Na).

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What is the charge of a sodium ion?

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+1.

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What is the charge of a magnesium ion?

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+2.

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What is the charge of a nitrogen ion when it forms an anion?

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-3.

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What do valence electrons determine?

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The chemical properties and reactivity of an element.