Covalent Bonds Review

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How many electrons are shared in a double bond?

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4

Front

N₂ is an example of a __________.

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Triple Bond

Front

How many pairs of valence electrons are being shared in a single water molecule?

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2 pair - 4 valence electrons

Front

What is the correct Lewis Dot Structure for ammonia NH₃?

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H | H-N-H | H

Front

Covalent Bonds ______________ valence electrons.

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share

Front

What type of bond is formed when two atoms share one pair of electrons?

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Single Bond

Front

What is the main difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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

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What is a polar covalent bond?

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A bond where electrons are shared unequally between two atoms.

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What is the octet rule in covalent bonding?

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Atoms tend to form bonds until they are surrounded by eight valence electrons.

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What is the molecular geometry of water (H₂O)?

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Bent or V-shaped.