LT3B.3 Lewis Structures (Regular)

Front

What is a molecule that consists of two atoms of the same element?

Back

Diatomic molecule

Front

In forming a molecular structure, how many electrons should each atom have around it?

Back

8

Front

How many bonds can carbon form?

Back

4

Front

How many covalent bonds does phosphorus need to form a full octet?

Back

3

Front

What is a substance formed when two or more atoms covalently bond?

Back

Molecule

Front

What is a bond formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms?

Back

Covalent bond

Front

What do we call pairs of electrons that are not shared between atoms?

Back

Lone pair

Front

What is the term for the outermost electrons of an atom that are involved in forming bonds?

Back

Valence electrons

Front

What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy the outer shell of an atom?

Back

8 (Octet rule)

Front

What type of bond involves the transfer of electrons from one atom to another?

Back

Ionic bond