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What type of solid is most likely to dissolve in water?

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Ionic solid

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What type of bond involves the transfer of an electron from one atom to another?

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Ionic bond

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What is the name of the compound BCl3?

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Boron trichloride

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NGSS.MS-PS1-1

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In an ionic bond, how are electrons treated?

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Electrons are transferred.

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What condition leads to the formation of a polar covalent bond?

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A significant difference in electronegativity between atoms.

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What is the primary characteristic of ionic compounds in terms of solubility?

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Ionic compounds are generally soluble in water.

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What is electronegativity?

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Electronegativity is the ability of an atom to attract electrons in a chemical bond.

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NGSS.HS-PS1-1

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How do ionic bonds differ from covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.

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What is the significance of the difference in electronegativity in bond formation?

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It determines whether a bond will be ionic, polar covalent, or nonpolar covalent.

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What is the general formula for naming ionic compounds?

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The name of the cation followed by the name of the anion.