★ionic bonding★

• What is the 'Octet Rule'?

  Atoms tend to gain, lose or share electrons to attain 8 electrons in their valence shell.
• Define the term 'Ionic Compounds'.

  When metals react with non-metals.
• What are positive + negative ions?


  ★Positive ion: more protons than electrons

  ★Negative ion: more electrons than protons
• How do positive ions form?

  When a metal atom loses an electron.
• How do negative ions form?


  When a non-metal atom gains an electron.