UNIT1-Writing formula for ionic compounds Flashcards
1
Q
what do you need to do to work out the formula for ionic compounds
A
To work out the formula for ionic compounds, you need to look at the charges on each ions.
2
Q
what do the charges need to do?
A
The charges need to be cancelled out to make an overall charge of zero
3
Q
Where do the charges need to do?
A
be equally balenced on each side
