Molecular And Ionic Compounds

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What is a binary covalent bond?

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A bond that exists between two nonmetals.

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What is the chemical formula for chlorine dioxide?

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ClO₂

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Why do elements bond?

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To become stable.

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What is the chemical formula of sulfur hexabromide?

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SBr₆

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What is a characteristic of covalent molecular compounds?

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They generally have poor conductivity.

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Define ionic compound.

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A compound formed from the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.

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What is the octet rule?

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Atoms tend to bond in such a way that they have eight electrons in their valence shell.

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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An ion composed of two or more atoms that are covalently bonded.

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What is the significance of electronegativity in bonding?

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Electronegativity determines how strongly an atom attracts electrons in a bond.