Chemistry Bonding Flashcard

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How many valence electrons does Oxygen have in its Lewis dot model?

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6

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What is the correct structure for BF3?

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Option A

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What is a cation?

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A cation is an ion that has lost electrons and has an overall positive charge.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is an ion that has gained electrons and has an overall negative charge.

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Which formula represents a covalent compound?

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CO2

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What are valence electrons?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in chemical bonding.

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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 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 between atoms.

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What is the Lewis dot structure?

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The Lewis dot structure is a diagram that shows the bonding between atoms of a molecule and the lone pairs of electrons that may exist.

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What is the significance of electronegativity in bonding?

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Electronegativity is a measure of an atom's ability to attract and hold onto electrons; it influences the type of bond formed between atoms.

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