Covalent & Ionic Bonding

Front

What type of bond is formed when valence electrons are shared between atoms?

Back

Covalent bonds.

Front

What is the chemical formula for table salt, which is an example of an ionic compound?

Back

NaCl.

Front

What state(s) of matter can covalent compounds exist in at room temperature?

Back

Covalent compounds can be a solid, liquid, or gas at room temperature.

Front

Why do atoms form bonds?

Back

Atoms form bonds so that each atom has a stable electron configuration.

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NGSS.HS-PS1-1

NGSS.HS-PS1-2

Front

What type of bond is formed between sodium and bromine?

Back

Ionic bond.

Front

What is the main characteristic of ionic bonds?

Back

Ionic bonds are formed through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another.

Front

What is the difference between covalent and ionic bonds in terms of electron behavior?

Back

Covalent bonds involve sharing electrons, while ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons.

Front

What type of elements typically form covalent bonds?

Back

Nonmetals typically form covalent bonds.

Front

What is a common property of ionic compounds?

Back

Ionic compounds typically have high melting and boiling points.

Front

What is the result of a covalent bond in terms of molecular structure?

Back

Covalent bonds result in the formation of molecules.