Ionic Formulas Worksheet
A Grade 11 Chemistry worksheet focusing on understanding and writing ionic formulas.
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Ionic Formulas Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and provide your answers in the space provided. Show all work for calculations.
1. An ionic bond is formed between a and a .
2. In an ionic bond, electrons are transferred from one atom to another.
3. The overall charge of an ionic compound must always be .
4. Explain why noble gases do not typically form ionic bonds.
5. Which of the following pairs would most likely form an ionic bond?
C and O
Na and Cl
H and H
N and F
6. Observe the diagram below showing ionic bond formation. Briefly describe what is happening in the illustration.

7. Write the correct chemical formula for the following ionic compounds:
a) Sodium oxide
b) Magnesium chloride
c) Aluminum sulfide
d) Calcium nitride
8. All ionic compounds are soluble in water.
True
False