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Chap7 Ionic Bonding
Chap. 7 Ionic Bonding
Question | Answer |
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Chemical Formula | an expression that indicates the number and type of atoms present in the smallest representative unit of a substance. |
Octet Rule | atoms react so as to acquire the stable electron structure of a noble gas. |
Ionic Bond | the force of attraction binding oppositely charged ions together. |
Electron Dot Structure | a depiction of valence electrons around the symbol of an element. |
Valence Electrons | an electron in the highest occupied energy level of an atom. |
Cation | any atoms or group of atoms with a positive charge. |
Anion | any atoms or group of atoms with a negative charge. |
Ionic Compound | a compound composed of a cation and anion. |