Topic 2 - Bonding & Structure (P2)

Question 1

Ionic bonding is:

Answer 1

The strong electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions

Question 2

What gains electrons during ionic bonding?

Answer 2

• non-metals, such as halogens

Question 3

What loses electrons during ionic bonding?

Answer 3

• metals

Question 4

Why does atomic radii increase down a group?

Answer 4

The increased electron shielding