Ionic and Covalent Bonds

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What do nonmetals tend to do in chemical reactions?

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Nonmetals tend to gain electrons and form anions.

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What do metals tend to do in chemical reactions?

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Metals tend to lose electrons and form cations.

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What is the chemical name for Al2O3?

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Aluminum oxide.

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What type of bond do nonmetals typically form when they react?

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Covalent bonds.

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How are ionic compounds formed?

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Ionic compounds are formed between a metal and a non-metal by transfer of electrons.

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond that involves the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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What is a covalent bond?

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

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve sharing of electrons.

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What are anions?

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Anions are negatively charged ions that are formed when an atom gains electrons.

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What are cations?

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Cations are positively charged ions that are formed when an atom loses electrons.