covalent and ionic bonding

Front

What is a covalent bond?

Back

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

Front

What is an ionic bond?

Back

An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond that involves the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, typically between a metal and a nonmetal.

Front

What type of bond is formed between two nonmetals?

Back

Covalent bond.

Front

What type of bond is formed between a metal and a nonmetal?

Back

Ionic bond.

Front

What happens to electrons in ionic bonding?

Back

In ionic bonding, electrons are gained or lost.

Front

What is the result of covalent bonding?

Back

Covalent bonding results from two nonmetals sharing electrons.

Front

Is ammonium (NH4) ionic or covalent?

Back

Covalent.

Front

Is potassium chloride (KCl) ionic or covalent?

Back

Ionic.

Front

What is the main characteristic of ionic compounds?

Back

Ionic compounds typically form between metals and nonmetals and have high melting and boiling points.

Front

What is the main characteristic of covalent compounds?

Back

Covalent compounds usually have lower melting and boiling points compared to ionic compounds.