Gaining Electrons Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What side of the periodic table do non-metals occur on
A
The right side (groups 5,6,7
2
Q
What do non metals need to do
A
They need to gain electrons to gain full outer shell configurations
3
Q
What do non-metals form when they gain electrons
A
They form Negative ions known as anions
4
Q
What is a molecular ion
A
Molecular ion is a charged particle containing two or more atoms covalently bonded
