Practice Simple Examples of Ionic Compounds - 4.2.3.1 | Chemical Bonding: Why Atoms Stick Together | IB MYP Grade 8 Chemistry
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4.2.3.1 - Simple Examples of Ionic Compounds

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What happens to a Sodium atom when it forms an ion?

💡 Hint: Think about the electron arrangement in noble gases.

Question 2

Easy

What are the names of the ions formed by Chlorine when it gains an electron?

💡 Hint: Remember the charge changes when electrons are gained.

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Question 1

What is a cation?

  • A negatively charged ion
  • A positively charged ion
  • An uncharged atom

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when a metal loses electrons.

Question 2

True or False: Ionic compounds can conduct electricity in solid-state.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Recall the behavior of ions in different states.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Explain how the formation and properties of ionic compounds make them suitable for use in everyday life, such as in table salt.

💡 Hint: Think about the applications of NaCl beyond its chemical properties.

Question 2

How would the properties of ionic compounds change if they were made of larger atoms? Discuss effects on melting point and conductivity.

💡 Hint: Consider how size affects electrostatic forces.

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