Ionic and Covalent Bonds

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What is an Ionic Bond?

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A chemical bond formed between a metal and a nonmetal, where electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

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What is a Covalent Bond?

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A chemical bond formed between two nonmetals, where electrons are shared between the atoms.

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What type of bond is formed between a metal and a nonmetal?

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Ionic Bond.

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What type of bond is formed between two nonmetals?

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Covalent Bond.

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What is the chemical formula for Calcium Chloride?

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CaCl₂.

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What type of bond is present in NaO?

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Ionic Bond.

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What type of bond is present in Cl₂?

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Covalent Bond.

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What is the main characteristic of Ionic Compounds?

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They typically have high melting and boiling points and conduct electricity when dissolved in water.

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What is the main characteristic of Covalent Compounds?

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They usually have lower melting and boiling points compared to ionic compounds and do not conduct electricity.

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Give an example of an Ionic Compound.

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Sodium Chloride (NaCl).