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    What is the octet rule?

    Atoms aim for a full valence shell to achieve stability.

    How does an atom becoming an ion affect its valence shell?

    It can either expand or decrease the radius.

    Describe an ionic bond.

    Attraction between positive and negative ions.

    How many valence electrons does sodium have?

    Sodium has one valence electron.

    How many valence electrons does chlorine have?

    Chlorine has seven valence electrons.

    Why do sodium and chlorine bond together?

    To achieve complete outer electron shells.

    What is the arrangement of sodium and chlorine in a molecular model?

    Both are in the same row.

    What is the repeatable 3-D pattern in ionic compounds called?

    Crystal lattice.

    What two variables does Coulomb's Law describe?

    Distance and charge size.

    How do distance and charge size affect bond strength?

    Greater distance weakens bonds; larger charges strengthen them.