Chemical Bonding

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What are the characteristics of Group 17 elements in the periodic table?

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Group 17 elements, also known as halogens, are highly reactive non-metals with 7 valence electrons.

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What occurs when a chlorine atom gains an electron?

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When a chlorine atom gains an electron, it becomes a negative ion (Cl-).

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What type of bond is formed between magnesium (Mg) and chlorine (Cl)?

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An ionic bond is formed between magnesium (Mg) and chlorine (Cl).

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What is the charge of a cation?

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A cation has a positive charge.

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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.

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What is the charge of an anion?

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An anion has a negative charge.

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How do metals typically bond with non-metals?

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Metals typically bond with non-metals through ionic bonding, where electrons are transferred from the metal to the non-metal.

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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 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 difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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