ionic bonding Flashcards
1
Q
define ionic bonding
A
occurs when an atom of an element loses one or more electrons and donates it to an atom of a different atom
2
Q
define electrostatic attraction
A
the force experienced by oppositely charged particles
strong attraction
3
Q
what is an ionic bond dependant on?
A
ionic charge
ionic radii
4
Q
when is the electrostatic force stronger?
A
when the ionic charge is higher
