Chemical Bonding Review

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In an ionic bond, the metal wants to ______ electrons.

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lose

Front

To achieve chemical stability, what will a potassium atom do?

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Lose one electron

Front

Covalent bonds form when...

Back

Atoms share electrons.

Front

Beryllium and sulfur will form a ______ bond.

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ionic

Front

Why do elements covalently bond?

Back

So they can share electrons, and fill both of their valence shells at the same time. They can then become stable.

Front

What is an ionic bond?

Back

A bond formed when one atom transfers electrons to another, resulting in oppositely charged ions that attract each other.

Front

What is a covalent bond?

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A bond formed when two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.

Front

What type of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Metals and nonmetals.

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What type of elements typically form covalent bonds?

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Nonmetals.

Front

What is the result of an ionic bond?

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Formation of ions that are held together by electrostatic forces.