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What is a Lewis electron-dot diagram?

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A Lewis electron-dot diagram is a representation of the valence electrons of an atom, ion, or molecule, showing how they are arranged in bonds and lone pairs.

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What is the electron configuration of a S^-2 ion?

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The electron configuration of a S^-2 ion is the same as that of Argon, which is 1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶.

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Which compound contains ions with electron configurations similar to Helium?

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LiH contains ions with electron configurations similar to Helium.

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How many electrons does a P^-3 ion have?

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A P^-3 ion has 18 electrons.

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What is the electron configuration of Neon?

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The electron configuration of Neon is 1s² 2s² 2p⁶.

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What type of bond is present in F₂?

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F₂ is held together by a nonpolar covalent bond.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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What is the significance of electron configurations in bonding?

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Electron configurations determine how atoms interact and bond with each other, influencing the stability and properties of compounds.

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What is a nonpolar covalent bond?

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A nonpolar covalent bond is a type of bond where electrons are shared equally between two atoms, resulting in no charge separation.

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What is the electron configuration of Li⁺?

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The electron configuration of Li⁺ is 1s².