General Chemistry Practice Midterm

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What is electronegativity?

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Electronegativity is how good an atom is at attracting electrons.

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What is the shorthand electron configuration for Gold?

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[Xe] 6s² 4f¹⁴ 5d⁹

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Which pair of elements forms an ionic bond?

Back

Magnesium and Oxygen.

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Which elements have the most similar chemical properties?

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Selenium (Se), Tellurium (Te), and Sulfur (S).

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What is the electron configuration for Zinc?

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1s² 2s² 2p⁶ 3s² 3p⁶ 4s² 3d¹⁰

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Define ionic bond.

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond that occurs when one atom transfers electrons to another atom, resulting in the formation of charged ions.

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What is the significance of the periodic table in chemistry?

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The periodic table organizes elements based on their atomic number, electron configurations, and recurring chemical properties.

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What is the difference between covalent and ionic bonds?

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

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What are the main characteristics of metals?

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Metals are typically shiny, good conductors of heat and electricity, malleable, and ductile.

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What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of eight electrons.