Chemistry GCSE
Halide
What Halide means in Chemistry GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Halide
A compound containing a Group 7 element and one other element, usually a metal or hydrogen. Also refers to the 1- ion formed by a halogen.
Topics that use Halide
- Groups in the periodic table (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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