ions Flashcards
1
Q
what substances do ionic bonds bond
A
metals and non metals
2
Q
What is an ion
A
An atom that carries a charge because there arent the same number of protons and electrons.
3
Q
What are cations and anions
A
metals form cations = they lose electrons
non metals for anions = they gain electrons
4
Q
What is an ionic bond?
A
a strong force of attraction between a cation and an anion.
