Atoms of the same element may have different numbers of neutrons. For example, Chlorine (atomic number 17) may have 18 or 20 neutrons. The mass number will be either 17 + 18 = 35, or 17 + 20 = 37.
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What is an Ionic Bond?
A chemical bond in which one atom loses an electron to form a positive ion and the other atom gains an electron to form a negative ion
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What type of Structure do Ionic Compounds form?
Ionic compounds create a definite crystal structure. It will form a giant structure (also called a giant ionic lattice).
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What is the connection between an Ion and a Noble Gas?
Ions and noble gases both have a full outer shell of electrons and therefore can have the same electron structure.
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What is the formula for calcium hydroxide (contains Ca2+ and OH? ions)?
Ca(OH)2
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Card 2
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What is an Ionic Bond?
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A chemical bond in which one atom loses an electron to form a positive ion and the other atom gains an electron to form a negative ion
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What type of Structure do Ionic Compounds form?
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Card 4
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What is the connection between an Ion and a Noble Gas?
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Card 5
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What is the formula for calcium hydroxide (contains Ca2+ and OH? ions)?
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