Chemical Bonds

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According to the Octet Rule, atoms of elements react with each other in order to attain ____ electrons in their outermost energy level or shell.

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8

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In chemical compounds, covalent bonds form when:

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Pairs of electrons are shared between two nonmetal atoms.

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How many valence electrons are shown in the diagram?

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6

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Cations are ions with _________ charge.

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Positive

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An ionic bond forms when:

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Valence electrons are transferred between atoms.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A chemical bond formed by the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.

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What is an ionic bond?

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A chemical bond formed through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another.

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Define valence electrons.

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Electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in chemical bonding.

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What is electronegativity?

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A measure of the tendency of an atom to attract a bonding pair of electrons.

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What is a cation?

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A positively charged ion that has lost one or more electrons.