ionic bonding. Flashcards
1
Q
when are ions formed?
A
atoms gain or loose electrons giving them an overall change.
2
Q
how many electrons do they have in their outer shell?
A
full outer shell.
3
Q
what does ionic bonding involve?
A
transfer of electrons form metal atoms to non-metal atoms.
4
Q
what happens to the metal atoms during ionic bonding and the outcome?
A
lose electrons to become positively charged ions.
5
Q
what happens to non-metal atoms during ionic bonding and the outcome?
A
gain electrons to become negatively charge ions.
6
Q
in an ionic bond what is the force that is involved called and what is it between?
A
electrostatic force of attraction.
positive metal ion and negative non-metal ion.
