Chemical Bonding

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What occurs during the formation of an ionic bond?

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Atoms transfer electrons.

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What types of elements typically form ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds are made of metals and nonmetals.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a bond that shares electrons between nonmetals.

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What is the name of the ionic compound Cs2S?

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The name is cesium sulfide.

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What is the name of the compound Na2(SO4)?

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The name is sodium sulfate.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.

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What is the general formula for an ionic compound?

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The formula is typically a combination of a metal and a nonmetal.

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How do you determine the name of an ionic compound?

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The name is derived from the cation (metal) followed by the anion (nonmetal) with an appropriate suffix.

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What is the significance of the octet rule in bonding?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to bond in a way that gives them eight valence electrons, achieving a stable electron configuration.

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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A polyatomic ion is a charged entity composed of two or more atoms bonded together.