Formation of Ions Flashcards
1
Q
What are ions?
A
Charged particles single or grouped atoms
2
Q
why do atoms form into ions?
A
to get a full outer shell of electrons “stable electronic structure”
3
Q
What is the charge of a metal when it is an ion?
A
lose electrons to form a positive ion
4
Q
What is the charge of a gas when it is an ion?
A
gain electrons to form a negative ion
5
Q
Does sodium lose or gain an electron to form a sodium ion?
A
loses
6
Q
Does Chlorine lose or gain an electron to form a chloride ion?
A
gains
