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What is the significance of the octet rule in relation to noble gases?
What is the significance of the octet rule in relation to noble gases?
Which group of metals forms cations with a charge of +1?
Which group of metals forms cations with a charge of +1?
How does sodium achieve an octet configuration?
How does sodium achieve an octet configuration?
What charge does a magnesium ion carry after it loses its valence electrons?
What charge does a magnesium ion carry after it loses its valence electrons?
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Which of the following statements about nonmetals and anions is true?
Which of the following statements about nonmetals and anions is true?
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What is the term used for negatively charged ions formed by nonmetals?
What is the term used for negatively charged ions formed by nonmetals?
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How many valence electrons does aluminum have?
How many valence electrons does aluminum have?
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What is the ionic charge of the aluminum ion after losing its valence electrons?
What is the ionic charge of the aluminum ion after losing its valence electrons?
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Study Notes
Ions and Octet Rule
- Atoms gain, lose, or share valence electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration similar to noble gases' octet or duet structure.
- Noble gases (He, Ne, Ar, Kr) are stable due to their filled outer electron shells (octet/duet).
- Helium (He) is stable with two valence electrons (a duet).
- Other elements achieve stability through eight valence electrons (octet).
Ionic and Covalent Bonds
- Atoms form octets to become more stable.
- They do this by losing, gaining, or sharing valence electrons.
- This process can involve forming ionic bonds (where electrons are transferred between atoms) or covalent bonds (where electrons are shared between atoms).
- Metals lose electrons, becoming positive ions (cations).
- Nonmetals gain electrons, becoming negative ions (anions).
Metals Form Positive Ions
- Metals form positive ions ("cations") by losing their valence electrons.
- The electron configuration of the cation resembles that of the nearest noble gas.
- Cations have fewer electrons than protons, resulting in a positive charge.
- Group 1 metals form 1+ ions; Group 2 metals form 2+ ions; Group 3 metals form 3+ ions.
Formation of a Sodium Ion (Na⁺)
- Sodium achieves an octet by losing its one valence electron.
- This results in a sodium ion (Na⁺) with a +1 charge.
- The sodium ion has the same electron configuration as neon.
Charge of Sodium Ion (Na⁺)
- The loss of one valence electron results in a +1 charge on the sodium ion.
- The number of protons (positive charge) is greater than the number of electrons (negative charge).
Formation of Magnesium Ion (Mg²⁺)
- Magnesium achieves an octet by losing its two valence electrons.
- This results in a magnesium ion (Mg²⁺) with a +2 charge.
- The magnesium ion has the same electron configuration as neon.
Learning Check (Questions and Answers)
- A: The number of valence electrons in aluminum is 3e⁻.
- B: The change in electrons for octet requires a loss of 3e⁻.
- C: The ionic charge of aluminum is 3⁺.
- D: The symbol for the aluminum ion is Al³⁺.
Formation of Negative Ions (Anions)
- In ionic compounds, nonmetals achieve an octet configuration by gaining electrons.
- Nonmetals gain electrons forming negatively charged ions with 1-, 2-, or 3- charges (anions).
Formation of Chloride Ion (Cl⁻)
- Chlorine achieves an octet by gaining one electron.
- This results in a chloride ion (Cl⁻) with a -1 charge.
- The Chloride ion has the same electron configuration as Argon.
Charge of Chloride Ion (Cl⁻)
- The gain of one electron results in a -1 charge on the chloride ion.
- The number of protons (positive charge) is less than the number of electrons (negative charge).
Some Ionic Charges
- This table displays common ionic charges for metals and nonmetals based on their group number. The table shows how many electrons they gain or lose to form a stable octet.
Polyatomic Ions
- Polyatomic ions are groups of atoms that have an overall ionic charge.
Names and Formulas of Common Polyatomic Ions
- This table lists common polyatomic ions, their formulas, and their names.
More Polyatomic Ions
- This table provides additional polyatomic ions, formulas, and names.
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Test your understanding of ions and the octet rule, exploring how atoms gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve stability. This quiz covers the formation of ionic and covalent bonds, as well as the behavior of metals and nonmetals in the process. Prepare to dive deep into the world of atomic interactions!
