Ionic Bonding Flashcards
1
Q
What are: “atoms of the same element which are arranged differently to create different materials” ?
A
Allotropes
2
Q
What is an example of an allotrope?
A
Carbon.
Diamond- regular pattern of tightly bound carbon atoms
Graphite- sheets of carbon atoms
Charcoal- shapeless, disorganized arrangement of carbon atoms
3
Q
When does an ionic bond form?
A
When two oppositely charged ions attract
4
Q
How are ionic compounds formed?
A
By the transfer of valence electrons
