Chapter 9 - Covalent Bonding

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What is a covalent bond?

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

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.

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What is the molecular formula for hydrofluoric acid?

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HF

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How many double bonds can a carbon atom form?

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A carbon atom can form up to 2 double bonds.

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What is electronegativity?

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Electronegativity is a measure of an atom's ability to attract and hold onto electrons.

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What is a polar covalent bond?

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A polar covalent bond is a type of covalent bond where the electrons are shared unequally between the two atoms.

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Which elements are considered noble gases?

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Noble gases include helium, neon, argon, krypton, xenon, and radon.

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What is the significance of the octet rule in covalent bonding?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to form bonds in order to have eight electrons in their valence shell, achieving a stable electron configuration.

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What is a single bond in covalent bonding?

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A single bond is a covalent bond that involves the sharing of one pair of electrons between two atoms.

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What is a double bond in covalent bonding?

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A double bond is a covalent bond that involves the sharing of two pairs of electrons between two atoms.