Bonding Unit Flashcardizz

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What are alloys made up of?

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Alloys are made up of more than one metal and contain metallic bonding.

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What type of bonding is present in BCl3?

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BCl3 is a covalent compound.

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What is a chemical property of zinc?

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Zinc forms hydrogen gas when combined with hydrochloric acid.

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What type of bonding involves a mobile sea of delocalized electrons?

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Metallic bonding involves a mobile sea of delocalized electrons.

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Which property is not characteristic of metals?

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Low melting point is not a property of metals.

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Define metallic bonding.

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Metallic bonding is the electrostatic attraction between delocalized electrons and positively charged metal ions.

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What is a characteristic of covalent compounds?

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Covalent compounds typically have lower melting and boiling points compared to ionic compounds.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonding?

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Ionic bonding involves the transfer of electrons, while covalent bonding involves the sharing of electrons.

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What is ductility in metals?

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Ductility is the ability of a metal to be drawn into wires.

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What does malleability refer to in metals?

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Malleability refers to the ability of a metal to be hammered or pressed into shapes without breaking.