1
Q
why do elements react?
A
to achieve full outer energy level
2
Q
what do they achieve by doing this?
A
the electronic structure of a noble gas
3
Q
what reacts to create ionic bonding?
A
a metal and a non metal
4
Q
what is an atoms overall charge?
A
it is 0, the protons and electrons cancel each other out
5
Q
if an atom loses an electron is it positive or negative?
A
positive
6
Q
if an atom gains an electron is it positive or negative?
A
negative
chemistry, paper 1
flashcards
Decks in class (19)
# Cards
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ionic bonding6
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properties of ionic compounds11
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covalent bonding9
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properties of small covalent molecules8
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diamond and silicon dioxide8
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bonding in polymers6
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metals and alloys13
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reaction of metals with oxygen4
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the reactivity series6
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extraction of metals3
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oxidation and reduction in terms of electrons3
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acids and alkalis9
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acids reacting with metals2
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three reactions of acids7
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strong and weak acids7
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introducing electrolysis6
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electrolysis of aluminium oxide6
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electrolysis of aqueous solutions5
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exothermic and endothermic reactions9
