Ionic and Covalent Bonds

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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 transfer of electrons from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of charged ions.

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How are ionic bonds formed?

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Ionic bonds are formed by the transfer of electrons from a metal to a nonmetal.

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What is a covalent bond?

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

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How are covalent bonds formed?

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Covalent bonds are formed by the sharing of electrons between two nonmetals.

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What happens to atoms that gain electrons?

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Atoms that gain electrons become negatively charged ions, known as anions.

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What happens to atoms that lose electrons?

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Atoms that lose electrons become positively charged ions, known as cations.

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Where are nonmetals located on the periodic table?

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Nonmetals are located on the right side of the periodic table.

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Why do elements bond?

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Elements bond to achieve stability, often by filling their outer electron shells.

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What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to bond in such a way that they each have eight electrons in their valence shell, achieving a stable electron configuration.

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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 formation of charged ions, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.