2024 Bonding Review (I/C/M, VSEPR, Hybrid, polar, IMF - no FC

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What is the VSEPR theory used to predict?

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Molecular Shape

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What type of bonding is characterized by the sharing of electron pairs between atoms?

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Covalent Bonding

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

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Ionic Bonding

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What is the definition of hybridization in chemistry?

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The mixing of atomic orbitals to form new hybrid orbitals for bonding.

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What is a polar molecule?

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A molecule with a net dipole moment due to the presence of polar bonds.

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What is the significance of electronegativity in bonding?

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Electronegativity determines how strongly an atom attracts electrons in a bond.

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What is the difference between a polar and nonpolar covalent bond?

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Polar covalent bonds have unequal sharing of electrons, while nonpolar covalent bonds have equal sharing.

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What is the definition of intermolecular forces (IMF)?

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Forces of attraction or repulsion between neighboring particles (atoms, molecules, or ions).

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Which type of intermolecular force is the strongest?

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Hydrogen bonding.

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What is the molecular geometry of CH4 (methane)?

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Tetrahedral.