5 Questions
Which of the following best describes the formation of ions?
Ions are formed by the transfer of electrons from one atom to another.
What is the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions called?
Ionic bond
Which of the following compounds is held intact by ionic bonds?
Sodium chloride
What is the resulting compound when magnesium transfers its two valence electrons to oxygen?
Magnesium oxide
What happens to the electron when sodium forms a sodium ion?
The electron is lost.
Test your knowledge on the formation and nature of ionic bonds in this quiz. Learn about the transfer of electrons between atoms to create ions, using sodium chloride as an example. Perfect your understanding of how ions are formed and the role of electron transfer in ionic bonding.
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