Chapter 6 The Structure of Matter

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What is the chemical formula pattern for alkanes?

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C_nH_(2n+2), where n is a non-negative integer.

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What charge do anions carry?

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Negative charge.

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How does the attraction between molecules compare to the attraction between ions?

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The attraction between molecules tends to be weaker than the attraction between ions.

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What does the name 'dinitrogen tetroxide' indicate about the compound?

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It contains 2 nitrogen (N) atoms and 4 oxygen (O) atoms.

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Why do atoms form bonds?

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To become more stable.

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What is the definition of an alkane?

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A saturated hydrocarbon with single bonds only.

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What is the difference between cations and anions?

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Cations are positively charged ions, while anions are negatively charged ions.

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What is a chemical formula?

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A representation of a substance using symbols for its constituent elements.

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What is the significance of the subscript in a chemical formula?

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It indicates the number of atoms of each element in a molecule.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A bond formed when two atoms share electrons.