Ionic Covalent Bonds

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically between a metal and a non-metal.

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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 to achieve a full outer shell.

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What is an example of a covalent compound?

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Carbon dioxide (CO₂) is an example of a covalent compound.

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What does 'I give, I get' refer to in bonding?

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This phrase describes ionic bonding, where one atom donates an electron and another atom accepts it.

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What is the chemical formula for table salt?

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The chemical formula for table salt is NaCl, which is an ionic compound.

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What type of bond is formed between carbon and hydrogen?

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A covalent bond is formed between carbon and hydrogen.

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What is the main characteristic of ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds typically have high melting and boiling points due to the strong electrostatic forces between ions.

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How do atoms achieve stability in covalent bonding?

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Atoms achieve stability in covalent bonding by sharing electrons to fill their outer electron shells.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons and the formation of charged ions, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.

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What is an example of an ionic compound?

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Sodium fluoride (NaF) is an example of an ionic compound.