Formation of Ions Flashcards
1
Q
What are Ions
A
Charged particles
2
Q
What is a stable electronic structure
A
When atoms lose or gain electrons to have a full outer shell
3
Q
When metals form ions how do they form positive ions
A
By losing electrons
4
Q
When non-metals form ions how do they form negative ions
A
By gaining electrons
5
Q
Which groups lose electrons to form positive ions
A
groups 1 and 2
6
Q
Which groups gain electrons to form negative ions
A
groups 6 and 7
