Chemistry: Ions and Ionization Flashcards
Why do atoms form ions?
To become more stable, by creating a full outer shell.
What do atoms do to become more stable?
Form Ions
What is the outer shell of an atom known as?
Valence Shell
What is a valence shell?
The outer shell of an electron.
By creating a full outer shell, they obtain an electron arrangement like those of the ____________.
Noble Gases
Do metals tend to gain or lose electrons?
Lose
Do metals tend to form electrons with a negative or positive charge?
Positive (they lose electrons so they have more protons)
Do non-metals tend to gain or lose electrons?
Gain
Do non-metals tend to from ions with a negative or positive charge?
Negative (they gain electrons so they have less protons)
What side of the periodic table are metals on?
Left Side
What side of the periodic table are non-metals on?
Right Side
What separates metals and non-metals?
The Staircase
Compare the lustre of metals and non-metals.
Metals - Shiny
Non - Not
Compare the conductivity of metals and non-metals.
Metals - Conduct
Non - Don’t
Compare the state at room temperature of metals and non-metals.
Metals - Solid (usually)
Non - All States
