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Chapter 03 – Discussion
Elements and Ionic Compounds
- Describe the difference(s) between elements and ionic compounds.
- Can any combination of atoms form ionic compounds? Explain why or why not.
- Identify things that can be found in a home that is considered an ionic compound.
Chapter 03 – Discussion Answer
Elements are the simplest identity of a material and is listed in the periodic table. All the elements, except for the Noble Gases, either accept or reject electrons in order to become “noble gas-like” and become reactive. On the other hand, ionic compounds are formed by the reaction of “conjugal” elements or compounds and is kept together by an ionic bond. Meaning, they are a combination of cations (positively charged) and anions (negatively charged).
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