Ionic and Covalent Bonding

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond that occurs between a metal and a nonmetal, where electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a type of chemical bond where two nonmetals share one or more pairs of electrons.

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What type of bond is formed between sodium (Na) and bromine (Br)?

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Ionic bond.

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What type of bond is formed between carbon (C) and oxygen (O)?

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Covalent bond.

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What happens to valence electrons in ionic bonding?

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In ionic bonding, one or more valence electrons are transferred from a metal atom to a nonmetal atom.

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What is the result of ionic bonding?

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The result of ionic bonding is the formation of ionic compounds, which are typically solid at room temperature and have high melting points.

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What is an example of an ionic compound?

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Sodium chloride (NaCl) is an example of an ionic compound.

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What is an example of a covalent compound?

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Carbon dioxide (CO2) is an example of a covalent compound.

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How can you identify an ionic compound?

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Ionic compounds typically consist of a metal and a nonmetal and have high melting and boiling points.

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How can you identify a covalent compound?

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Covalent compounds usually consist of nonmetals and can exist as gases, liquids, or solids at room temperature.