Across
- 5. Formed when elements share or transfer valence electrons.
- 6. High-energy path that can induce artificial ionization.
- 8. Forms when an atom gains negative particles.
- 9. The numeric indicator or letter code identifying an ion.
- 11. Net numerical electrical modifier on an ion.
- 12. Process of adding or removing electrons to/from a neutral atom.
- 14. Full ring of eight outer valence electrons.
- 15. Occurs when there are unequal amounts of protons and electrons.
Down
- 1. Positive ion formed when an atom loses valence electrons.
- 2. Forms when an atom loses negative particles.
- 3. Desired state featuring a completely full outer shell.
- 4. An atom or molecule with a net electrical charge.
- 7. Negatively charged ion created by gaining electrons.
- 10. Shift in the outer cloud layer during an ion transformation.
- 13. Atomic layout before any ionization occurs.