Topic 2 - IONIC Bonding (III) Flashcards
What is ionic bonding?
Strong electrostatic attraction between opposite charged ions.
Why does ionic bonding happen with oppositely charged ions?
They are attracted to each other because of their opposite charges which bonds them to form an IONIC COMPOUND.
What happens when atoms gain electrons?
They become NEGATIVE IONS
What happens when atoms lose electrons?
They become POSITIVE IONS
What are the charges of Group 1, 2 and 3 metals?
+1
+2
+3
What is the charge of Ag? (silver)
Ag+
What is the charge of Fe II? (iron II)
Fe2+
What is the charge of Fe III? (iron III)
Fe3+
What is the charge of Pb? (lead)
Pb2+
What is the charge of Zn? (zinc)
Zn2+
What is the charge of H? (hydrogen)
H+
What is the charge of NO4? (ammonia)
NO4+
What are the charges of Group 5,6 and 7 non-metals?
- 3
- 2
- 1
What is the charge of OH? (hydroxide)
OH-
What is the charge of CO3? (carbonate)
CO3(2-)