Chemical Bonding Properties

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically between a metal and a non-metal.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a type of chemical bond where two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons, usually between non-metal atoms.

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What is metallic bonding?

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Metallic bonding is a type of chemical bonding that occurs in metals, characterized by a 'sea of electrons' that are delocalized and free to move, allowing for conductivity.

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What are the properties of ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds typically have high melting and boiling points, are soluble in water, and conduct electricity when dissolved or molten.

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What are the properties of covalent compounds?

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Covalent compounds usually have lower melting and boiling points compared to ionic compounds, are often not soluble in water, and do not conduct electricity.

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What are the properties of metallic substances?

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Metallic substances are malleable, ductile, shiny, and excellent conductors of heat and electricity.

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What does it mean for electrons to be delocalized in metallic bonding?

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Delocalized electrons are not associated with a single atom or bond; instead, they are free to move throughout the metal lattice, contributing to conductivity.

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What is the difference between polar and non-polar covalent bonds?

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Polar covalent bonds occur when electrons are shared unequally between atoms, leading to partial charges, while non-polar covalent bonds involve equal sharing of electrons.

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What is the significance of electronegativity in bonding?

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Electronegativity is a measure of an atom's ability to attract and hold onto electrons; it helps determine the type of bond (ionic, polar covalent, or non-polar covalent) formed between atoms.

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What is a molecule?

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A molecule is a group of two or more atoms bonded together by covalent bonds.