IONIC BONDING- ions Flashcards
1
Q
what are ions
A
an atom with a changed number of ELECTRONS
2
Q
why are most unstable
A
because they dont have a full outer shell
3
Q
which group is stable
A
the noble gases
they have a full outer shell
are INERT
4
Q
losing an electron=
A
positive ion
5
Q
gaining an electron=
A
negative ion
6
Q
OILRIG
A
Oxidation Is Loss Reduction Is Gain (of electrons)
