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What is an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion that has gained one or more electrons.

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What determines how ionic bonds will form?

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The number of valence electrons in the atoms involved determines how ionic bonds will form.

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What happens to nitrogen's valence electrons when it forms an ionic bond?

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Nitrogen will gain 3 valence electrons when forming an ionic bond.

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How does nitrogen achieve a stable octet?

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Nitrogen achieves a stable octet by gaining 3 electrons.

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What is a charged particle that has gained or lost electrons called?

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A charged particle that has gained or lost electrons is called an ion.

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion that has lost one or more electrons.

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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 bond is formed between a metal and a non-metal?

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An ionic bond is formed between a metal and a non-metal.

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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 forming bonds; they determine how atoms will interact.

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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.