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How does a non-metal atom become an ion?

Important Questions on Atoms Combining

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This question is about the ionic bond formed between the metal lithium (proton number 3) and the non-metal fluorine (proton number 9). 

Draw the structure of a fluoride ion, and write a symbol for it, showing its charge. 

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This question is about the ionic bond formed between the metal lithium (proton number 3) and the non-metal fluorine (proton number 9). 

Draw a diagram to show what happens when a lithium atom reacts with a fluorine atom. 

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This question is about the ionic bond formed between the metal lithium (proton number 3) and the non-metal fluorine (proton number 9). 

Write a word equation for the reaction between lithium and fluorine. 

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This diagram represents a molecule of a certain gas. 

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Name the gas, and give is formula.

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This diagram represents a molecule of a certain gas. 

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What do the symbols  and x symbols represent?

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This diagram represents a molecule of a certain gas. 

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Which type of bonding holds the atoms together?

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This diagram represents a molecule of ammonia.

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Name another compound with this type of bonding.

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Hydrogen bromide is a compound of the two elements hydrogen and bromine. It melts at -87 °C and boils at -67 °C. It has the same type of bonding as hydrogen chloride. Is hydrogen bromide a solid, liquid or a gas at room temperature 20 °C?