ionic vs covalent

Front

What happens to electrons in a covalent bond?

Back

They are shared.

Front

A type of covalent bond where four electrons (two pairs) are shared between two atoms.

Back

Double bond.

Front

If a potassium atom loses one electron, what type of ion is formed?

Back

A positive ion (cation).

Front

What is a cation?

Back

An ion with a positive charge.

Front

Where are the nonmetals located on the periodic table?

Back

In the red region.

Front

What type of bond involves the transfer of electrons?

Back

Ionic bond.

Front

What is the main difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

Back

Ionic bonds involve transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve sharing of electrons.

Front

What is an anion?

Back

An ion with a negative charge.

Front

What type of elements typically form covalent bonds?

Back

Nonmetals.

Front

What is the result of a sodium atom losing an electron?

Back

It becomes a positive ion (cation).