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2. Why do elements in group 7 form ions with a single negative charge?

  • Gain an electron.
  • Lose 7 electrons.

3. Why do ionic compounds have giant structures?

  • The attractive forces between oppositely charged ions act in all directions.
  • They had a very powerful reaction.

4. Which electrons in an atom are involved in bonding?

  • Nuetrons
  • Outer electrons
  • Inner most electrons

5. What happens to the electrons in atoms when ionic bonds are formed?

  • They are transferred. Metal atoms lose electrons/ non metal atoms gain electrons.
  • They are shared. Metal atoms gain electrons/ non metal atoms lose electrons.

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