Types of Bonds

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a type of chemical bond where pairs of electrons are shared between two nonmetal atoms.

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What elements generally make a covalent bond?

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2 or more nonmetals.

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What is a chemical formula?

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A chemical formula tells what elements a compound contains and the number of those atoms.

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How many elements make up the compound C6H12O6?

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3 (Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen).

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How many valence electrons does a nitrogen atom have?

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5 valence electrons.

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In chemical compounds, when do covalent bonds form?

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Covalent bonds form when pairs of electrons are shared between two nonmetal atoms.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons between a metal and a nonmetal, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between nonmetals.

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What is electronegativity?

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Electronegativity is the tendency of an atom to attract electrons in a chemical bond.

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What is a molecule?

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A molecule is a group of two or more atoms bonded together by covalent bonds.

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What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to bond in such a way that they have eight electrons in their valence shell, achieving a stable electron configuration.