Ionic vs. Covalent Bonds

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically between a metal and a nonmetal.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a type of chemical bond where two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons, usually between nonmetal atoms.

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What is the charge on a Hydrogen ion?

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+1

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What is the charge on a chloride ion?

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-1

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How many protons and electrons does a carbon atom have?

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6 protons, 6 electrons

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In a covalent bond, one or more electrons are?

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shared

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Ionic compounds are formed when one or more valence electrons are transferred from _____

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a metal atom to a nonmetal atom

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What is a valence electron?

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A valence electron is an electron that is found in the outermost shell of an atom and can participate in forming chemical bonds.

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What is the difference between a polar and nonpolar covalent bond?

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A polar covalent bond occurs when electrons are shared unequally between atoms, resulting in partial charges, while a nonpolar covalent bond occurs when electrons are shared equally.

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What is electronegativity?

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Electronegativity is a measure of the tendency of an atom to attract a bonding pair of electrons.