Valence Electrons and Ionic Compounds Practice Test

attraction between the nuclei of the two atoms for the shared pair of valence electrons.

delocalization of valence electrons from both atoms into a 'sea' of electrons that surrounds the resulting cations.

transfer of one or more valence electrons from the metal to the nonmetal, forming oppositely charged ions that attract.

tendency of both atoms to share their valence electrons to achieve a stable octet configuration.