Chemistry unit - ionic compounds Flashcards
1
Q
Cations
A
Positive ions formed by metals. These ions lose electrons.
2
Q
Anions
A
Negative ions formed by non-metals. These ions gain electrons.
3
Q
Group 1 charge
A
+1
4
Q
Group 2 charge
A
+2
5
Q
Group 17 charge
A
-1
6
Q
Group 16 charge
A
-2
7
Q
Multivalent ion
A
An ion that can have more than one possible charge
