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C3.2 - Atoms into ions
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Total cards: 6•Content version: v4•Public deck•Updated: 8/1/2026
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#1
Front (Question)
Why do atoms react?
Back (Answer)
To gain/lose electrons in order to gain a full, stable outer shell
#2
Front (Question)
covalent bonding meaning
Back (Answer)
• occurs between non-metals only - sharing of electrons
#3
Front (Question)
ionic bonding meaning
Back (Answer)
• occurs between non-metal + metal - transferring of electron
#4
Front (Question)
Ways atoms retain a full outer shell
Back (Answer)
By: • covalent bonding • ionic bonding
#5
Front (Question)
Ionic bonding explanation:
Back (Answer)
• as electrons are lost/gained • the atom then has an overall charge (positive/negative) • then electrostatic forces bind them together
#6
Front (Question)
Electrostatic forces
Back (Answer)
• acts in all directions • very strong • occur in ionic compounds