Covalent vs Ionic Bonds

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What type of bond is formed between two nonmetals?

Back

Covalent bond.

Front

What type of bond is formed between a metal and a nonmetal?

Back

Ionic bond.

Front

What is the typical melting point range for ionic compounds?

Back

1000°C - 3000°C.

Front

What is a characteristic property of covalent compounds?

Back

They usually have lower melting and boiling points compared to ionic compounds.

Front

What is the result of the electron sharing in covalent bonds?

Back

Formation of molecules.

Front

What is the result of the electron transfer in ionic bonds?

Back

Formation of ions.

Front

Give an example of a covalent bond.

Back

Cl2 (Chlorine gas) or CO2 (Carbon dioxide).

Front

Give an example of an ionic bond.

Back

NaCl (Sodium chloride) or MgO (Magnesium oxide).

Front

What is the difference in electrical conductivity between ionic and covalent compounds?

Back

Ionic compounds conduct electricity when dissolved in water; covalent compounds do not.

Front

What happens to ionic compounds when they dissolve in water?

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They dissociate into their constituent ions.