Ionic Bonding Worksheet
Explore the fundamentals of ionic bonding, including electron transfer, ion formation, and compound naming, suitable for Grade 8 science students.
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Ionic Bonding Basics
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use the provided space for your answers.
1. Ionic bonds are formed when electrons are from one atom to another.
2. An atom that gains electrons becomes a negatively charged ion called an .
3. An atom that loses electrons becomes a positively charged ion called a .
4. Ionic compounds are typically formed between a and a nonmetal.
1. Which of the following elements is most likely to form a cation?
Chlorine (Cl)
Oxygen (O)
Sodium (Na)
Neon (Ne)
2. What is the overall charge of an ionic compound?
Positive
Negative
Neutral
Varies
1. Explain how an ionic bond is formed between a sodium atom (Na) and a chlorine atom (Cl).
2. What are two common properties of ionic compounds?
Observe the diagram below illustrating ionic bond formation.
Based on the diagram, describe the role of electrons in forming an ionic bond.
1. Ionic compounds can conduct electricity when dissolved in water.
True
False
2. Ionic bonds are formed between two nonmetals.
True
False
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