I-VIII Flashcards
1
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Ionic Compounds
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compounds that are bonded through electrostatic attraction of oppositely charged ions
2
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Ionic formulas consist of:
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a metal and nonmetal
3
Q
Cation
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positive ion
4
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Anion
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negative ion
5
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formula unit:
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the simplest whole number ratio of the compounds cations to anions
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