Types of Bonds

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond that occurs when one atom transfers electrons to another atom, resulting in the formation of charged ions that attract each other.

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What happens to a metal atom when it forms an ionic bond?

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A metal atom loses electrons to form a cation.

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What happens to a nonmetal atom when it forms an ionic bond?

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A nonmetal atom gains electrons to form an anion.

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What type of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds typically form between metals and nonmetals.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a type of chemical bond that involves the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.

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What type of bond is formed between Se and Cl?

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A covalent bond is formed between Se and Cl.

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Which substance contains ionic bonds?

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NaF contains ionic bonds, as it involves the transfer of electrons.

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Which substance contains covalent bonds?

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NH3 contains covalent bonds, as it involves the sharing of electrons.

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion that is formed when an atom loses one or more electrons.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion that is formed when an atom gains one or more electrons.