Covalent Bonding

Front

What is the formula for ammonia?

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NH₃

Front

In a covalent bond, what happens to electrons?

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Electrons are shared.

Front

What is the correct name for CH₄?

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Carbon Tetrahydride

Front

What is the Lewis structure for PBr₃?

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Structure D

Front

How many covalent bonds does chlorine need to complete its outer shell?

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1

Front

Define a covalent bond.

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A covalent bond is a chemical bond that involves the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.

Front

What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to form bonds until they are surrounded by eight valence electrons.

Front

What is a polar covalent bond?

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A polar covalent bond is a type of bond where electrons are not shared equally between atoms, resulting in a dipole moment.

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What is the difference between a single, double, and triple bond?

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A single bond involves one pair of shared electrons, a double bond involves two pairs, and a triple bond involves three pairs.

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What is the significance of electronegativity in covalent bonding?

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Electronegativity determines how strongly an atom attracts shared electrons in a bond.