Section 5: Ionic bonding Flashcards
1
Q
What elements react together in ionic bonding?
A
Metal + non - metal
2
Q
What happens to the metal atom?
A
The metal atom loses electrons and becomes a positive ion.
3
Q
What happens to the non - metal atom?
A
The non- metal atoms gain electrons and becomes a negative ion.
4
Q
Is the bond strong?
A
The ionic bond is a strong electrostatic force of attraction between these oppositely charged ions.