Ionic Bond Chemistry Example 3

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Example 3

easy
Write the formula for the ionic compound formed by lithium and fluorine.

Solution

  1. 1
    Li forms Li+\text{Li}^+ and F forms F−\text{F}^-.
  2. 2
    Charges are already balanced in a 1:1 ratio, so the formula is LiF.

Answer

LiF\text{LiF}
When ion charges are equal in magnitude, the compound has a 1:1 ratio.

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Show how magnesium and oxygen form an ionic bond in [formula].

Example 2 medium

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Example 4 medium

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