Bradford Chemical Bonding On Level

Front

What type of bond creates a 'sea of electrons' between atoms?

Back

Metallic Bonds

Front

How can the polarity of a bond between two elements be determined?

Back

By the difference in electronegativity between the elements.

Front

What are the strongest intermolecular forces for NH3?

Back

Hydrogen bonding.

Front

What type of compound is a poor conductor and has low melting and boiling points?

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Covalent compounds.

Front

What are molecules found in nature as pairs of two atoms of the same type covalently bonded together called?

Back

Diatomic molecules.

Front

What type of bond involves the transfer of electrons from one atom to another?

Back

Ionic Bonds.

Front

What is the term for the ability of an atom to attract electrons in a bond?

Back

Electronegativity.

Front

What type of bond involves the sharing of electron pairs between atoms?

Back

Covalent Bonds.

Front

What is the primary characteristic of metallic bonds?

Back

They allow electrons to move freely, creating a 'sea of electrons'.

Front

What type of intermolecular force occurs between polar molecules?

Back

Dipole-dipole forces.