4.4 - Formation of Ionic Compounds (Example)
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What is formed when sodium loses an electron?
💡 Hint: Think about charge.
What type of bond forms when electrons are transferred?
💡 Hint: Consider different types of bonds.
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What type of bond is formed when electrons are transferred?
💡 Hint: Consider the process of electron transfer.
True or False: In sodium chloride, sodium becomes negatively charged.
💡 Hint: Think about charge after electron loss.
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Predict the ionic compound formed when lithium reacts with fluorine. Describe the electron transfer process.
💡 Hint: Focus on valence electron movements.
Explain why ionic compounds have high melting points and are typically soluble in water.
💡 Hint: Think about the nature of ionic bonds and the characteristics of water.
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