Chemical Bonding

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What is a chemical bond?

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A chemical bond is a lasting attraction between atoms, ions, or molecules that enables the formation of chemical compounds.

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What usually forms the positive ion?

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Metal

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What charge do Mg atoms typically form when they become ions?

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2+

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What elements generally make an ionic bond?

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Metal and nonmetal.

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What is the number of valence electrons for Oxygen?

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6

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Which compound is likely to have a structure like LiF?

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LiF

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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, typically formed between metals and nonmetals.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a type of chemical bond where two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.

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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.

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What is a valence electron?

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A valence electron is an electron that is found in the outermost shell of an atom and can participate in forming chemical bonds.