elektropositiivsed
Elektropositiivsed refers to an atom's tendency to lose electrons and form positive ions. This property is closely related to an element's position in the periodic table. Generally, elements on the left side of the periodic table, particularly alkali metals and alkaline earth metals, are highly electropositive. Their atoms have few valence electrons and a low ionization energy, making it relatively easy for them to give up these electrons.
Conversely, elements on the right side of the periodic table, such as halogens and noble gases, are
This tendency to lose electrons is fundamental to the formation of ionic bonds, where one atom transfers