Physical Science: Ionic vs Covalent bonding

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What are ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds are formed between metals and nonmetals, where electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

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What are covalent bonds?

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Covalent bonds are formed between nonmetals, where electrons are shared between atoms.

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What type of compounds are typically hard?

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Ionic compounds are typically hard due to the strong electrostatic forces between ions.

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Which type of bond conducts electricity when dissolved in water?

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Ionic bonds conduct electricity when dissolved in water because they dissociate into ions.

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Do ionic bonds transfer or share electrons?

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Ionic bonds transfer electrons from one atom to another.

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What is the general property of ionic compounds regarding melting and boiling points?

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Ionic compounds generally have high melting and boiling points due to strong ionic bonds.

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What is a key characteristic of covalent compounds in terms of state at room temperature?

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Covalent compounds can be gases, liquids, or solids at room temperature.

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How do ionic compounds behave in water?

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Ionic compounds typically dissolve in water and dissociate into ions.

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What is the difference in electrical conductivity between ionic and covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds conduct electricity when dissolved in water, while covalent compounds do not.

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What is an example of an ionic compound?

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Sodium chloride (NaCl) is an example of an ionic compound.