Ionic or Covalent??

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What is an 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 that attract each other.

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What is a Covalent Bond?

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

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Example of an Ionic Compound: Li3P

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Li3P (Lithium Phosphide) is an example of an ionic compound formed between lithium (Li) and phosphorus (P).

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Example of a Covalent Compound: H2S

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H2S (Hydrogen Sulfide) is an example of a covalent compound formed by the sharing of electrons between hydrogen (H) and sulfur (S).

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What type of bond is Al2O3?

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Al2O3 (Aluminum Oxide) is an ionic compound.

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What type of bond is Cl2S5?

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Cl2S5 (Chlorine Pentasulfide) is a covalent compound.

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What type of bond is P2O3?

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P2O3 (Diphosphorus Trioxide) is a covalent compound.

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How can you identify an Ionic Bond?

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Ionic bonds typically form between metals and nonmetals, and involve the transfer of electrons.

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How can you identify a Covalent Bond?

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Covalent bonds typically form between nonmetals and involve the sharing of electrons.

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What is the role of electronegativity in bonding?

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Electronegativity is a measure of an atom's ability to attract electrons. In ionic bonds, there is a large difference in electronegativity between the two atoms, while in covalent bonds, the difference is small.