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When 2 or more elements react together what is formed? |
A compound |
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The atoms of elements join together by... |
Transferring or sharing electrons to achieve a full outer shell |
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Why are noble gases stable? |
Because they already have a full outside shell(8 electrons) |
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When non metals join together what type of bonding is it? |
Covalent |
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When metals and non metals join together what type of bonding is it? |
Ionic |
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What does ionic bonding produce? |
Ionic compounds |
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When metal atoms lose an electron what do they become? |
Positive ions |
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When metal atoms gain an electron what do they become? |
Negative ions |
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Ions have the same structure as... |
Noble gases because they are both stable |
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What do the oppositely charged ions do in an ionic compound? |
Attract each other |
