2.3 Flashcards
1
Q
Anion
A
An atom of an element with more electrons than protons, giving it a negative charge
2
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Cation
A
An atom of an element with more protons than electrons, giving it a positive charge
3
Q
Coordination Number
A
Number of atoms closest to any given atom in a crystal or to the central metal atom in a complex
4
Q
Ionic Compound
A
Strong Electrostatic force of attraction between cations and anions in an ionic compound
5
Q
Crystalline Solid
A
Solid in which the particles are arranged in adefinite repeating pattern
6
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Lattice Energy
A
Energy required to separate one mole of an ionic solid into its component gaseous ions
