2.2.1 - Ionic Bonding (Electrovalent Bonding)
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What is an ionic bond?
💡 Hint: Think about how atoms interact with each other.
What types of elements typically form ionic bonds?
💡 Hint: Consider the periodic table and the positions of metals and non-metals.
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What type of bond is formed by the transfer of electrons?
💡 Hint: Consider how the electrons are exchanged.
True or False: Ionic compounds typically have low boiling points.
💡 Hint: Think about the forces between ions in the compound.
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Given the elements lithium (Li) and fluorine (F), predict the ionic compound formed and explain how it is created.
💡 Hint: Think about the charge and number of electrons each element has.
Explain the significance of ionic bonds in everyday materials. Can you identify a product that relies on ionic bonding?
💡 Hint: Consider common kitchen items or grocery store products that contain salt.
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