12/06Flashcard

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What is the number of valence electrons for Carbon?

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4

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Covalent bonds are formed between which types of elements?

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Two or more nonmetals.

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What is the name for an ion with a negative charge?

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Anion.

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What type of bond forms between Aluminum (Al) and Copper (Cu)?

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Metallic.

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What is the name for an ion with a positive charge?

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Cation.

Front

Define valence electrons.

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in forming 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 between a metal and a nonmetal, where electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a type of chemical bond where two nonmetals share electrons.

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What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to bond in such a way that they have eight electrons in their valence shell, achieving a stable electron configuration.

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What is the difference between a cation and an anion?

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A cation is a positively charged ion, while an anion is a negatively charged ion.