Bonds - Chapter 6

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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 formed when one atom donates an electron 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 atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.

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What is the formula for magnesium hydroxide?

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The formula for magnesium hydroxide is Mg(OH)₂.

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What type of bond is formed between magnesium (Mg) and oxygen (O)?

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An ionic bond is formed between magnesium (Mg) and oxygen (O).

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Identify the type of bond in SO₂.

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SO₂ has a covalent bond.

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What is the ionic compound formed between barium (Ba) and phosphorus (P)?

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The ionic compound formed between barium (Ba) and phosphorus (P) is Ba₃P₂.

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What is the charge of a barium ion?

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The charge of a barium ion (Ba²⁺) is +2.

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What is the charge of a phosphorus ion in ionic compounds?

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The charge of a phosphorus ion (P³⁻) in ionic compounds is -3.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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What is the significance of the octet rule in bonding?

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