Bonds (2) Flashcards
1
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Positive Ion
A
An atom with more Protons than Electrons
2
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Negative Ion
A
An atom with more Electrons than Protons
3
Q
Ionic Bond
A
Where an Ion gives its outer most Electrons to another Ion to create a bond.
4
Q
Metallic Bond
A
Electrons on the outer shell separate from the orbit and exist in a free state, highly mobile and shared between atoms.
- Only for elements with few valence electrons (outer shell electrons) such as Metals
5
Q
Ionization
A
When an Electron is completely removed from an atom by a projectile (X-Ray, Gamma Ray)
6
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Covalent Bond
A
Ions share Electrons to become more stable.