Fall Final Review

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What is the charge of an atom with 11 protons, 10 electrons, and 12 neutrons?

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+1

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What is the molecular geometry of CH₄?

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Tetrahedral

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What is a characteristic of alkali metals?

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Highly reactive with water

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Why do noble gases typically not form bonds?

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Their valence shells are full

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What is the atomic number of an element?

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The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.

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What is the significance of valence electrons?

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Valence electrons determine an atom's chemical properties and its ability to bond with other atoms.

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What is the octet rule?

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Atoms tend to bond in such a way that they have eight electrons in their valence shell.

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What is the role of neutrons in an atom?

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Neutrons contribute to the mass of an atom and stabilize the nucleus.

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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.