Ionic and Metallic Bonds

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What are metallic bonds?

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Metallic bonds are formed by the attraction between positively charged metal ions and a 'sea' of delocalized electrons that are free to move around, allowing metals to conduct electricity and heat.

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What is the charge of an ionic compound formed from magnesium and chlorine?

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The charge of the ionic compound formed from magnesium and chlorine is 0, as magnesium loses two electrons to become Mg²⁺ and chlorine gains one electron to become Cl⁻, resulting in a neutral compound (MgCl₂).

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What is the Octet Rule?

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The Octet Rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons in order to have eight electrons in their valence shell, achieving a stable electron configuration.

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What does it mean for a material to be ductile?

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A ductile material is one that can be drawn out into a thin wire without breaking.

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What is a property of ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds typically have a crystalline structure, high melting and boiling points, and conduct electricity when dissolved in water.

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What is the difference between malleability and ductility?

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Malleability is the ability of a material to be hammered or pressed into shape without breaking, while ductility is the ability to be stretched into a wire.

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What are valence electrons?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in forming bonds with other atoms.

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What is the significance of the 'sea of electrons' in metallic bonding?

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The 'sea of electrons' allows for the conductivity of electricity and heat in metals, as these electrons can move freely throughout the metal structure.

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What is a characteristic property of metals?

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Metals are typically shiny, malleable, ductile, and good conductors of heat and electricity.

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What happens to electrons during the formation of ionic bonds?

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During the formation of ionic bonds, one atom loses electrons to become a positively charged ion, while another atom gains those electrons to become a negatively charged ion.