Anions in Chemistry
Explore the properties, formation, and types of anions in chemistry through various exercises.
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Anions in Chemistry
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1. Which of the following best describes an anion?
An atom that has lost electrons and has a positive charge.
An atom that has gained electrons and has a negative charge.
A neutral atom with an equal number of protons and electrons.
A molecule composed of two or more atoms.
2. What is the typical charge of a halide anion?
+1
-1
+2
-2
3. Anions are formed when a neutral atom one or more electrons.
4. The force of attraction between a cation and an anion is called an bond.
5. All non-metals readily form anions.
True
False
6. Explain why atoms tend to form anions or cations to achieve stability.
7. Observe the image below of a palmitate anion. What is the overall charge of this anion, and how can you tell?
Match the anion with its correct name.
8. SO₄²⁻
a. Nitrate
9. NO₃⁻
b. Chloride
10. Cl⁻
c. Sulfate
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