Chapter 8- Ions Flashcards
1
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What is an ion?
A
An ion is an element with a full outer shell- the configuration of a noble gas
2
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How are ions created?
A
An atom has to either lose or gain electrons to be fully charged and become an ion.
3
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Why do ions form atoms?
A
To be as stable as possible
4
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Example of an atom:
A
Calcium is in group 2 and it has 2 on the outer shell so it has to lose 2 electrons to become an ion
