Ionic & Covalent Bonding

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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 nonmetal.

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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 nonmetals.

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What is the charge of a sulfate ion (SO4)?

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The sulfate ion (SO4) has a charge of -2.

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What is the formula for the ionic compound formed between sodium (Na) and chlorine (Cl)?

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The formula is NaCl.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds are formed from the transfer of electrons and consist of ions, while covalent compounds are formed from the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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What is the charge of aluminum (Al) in Al2O3?

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The charge of aluminum (Al) in Al2O3 is +3.

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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A polyatomic ion is a charged ion composed of two or more atoms bonded together, such as sulfate (SO4) or phosphate (PO4).

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What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of eight electrons.

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What is a double bond?

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A double bond is a type of covalent bond where two pairs of electrons are shared between two atoms.

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Which of the following is an example of a covalent compound: H2O, NaCl, or MgO?

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H2O (water) is an example of a covalent compound.