Fig. 8 Atoms give away, receive or share electrons with other atoms in order to get a full outer energy level of electrons which makes them more stable. Hydrogen is unique as it can gain, lose or share one electron.
Ionic compounds Metals mostly lose electrons while the non-metals mostly receive or share electrons. Many compounds form between metals and non-metals. These are called ionic compounds because, as studied in Chapter 22, when atoms gain or lose electrons, ions are formed. The oppositely charged ions that form are attracted to each other.
Ionic
compounds form when atoms lose or gain electrons to form ions. The oppositely charged ions are attracted to each other.
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Give away 1 electron Give away 2 electrons
Give away 3 electrons
receive 2 electrons Share or
Share or Share or receive 1 electron Already have a full outer energy level
