Ionic vs. Covalent Bonds

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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 non-metal.

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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 valence electrons.

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What charge does a Hydrogen ion carry?

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+1

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What must be true for an atom to have no charge?

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Its number of protons is equal to its number of electrons.

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In ionic bonds, what do metals tend to do?

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Metals tend to lose valence electrons.

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How do covalent bonds form?

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Covalent bonds form by sharing valence electrons between atoms.

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What type of bond is formed between Potassium and Sulfur?

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Ionic bond.

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What is the typical charge of a metal ion in ionic compounds?

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Positive charge.

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What is the typical charge of a non-metal ion in ionic compounds?

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Negative charge.

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Give an example of a molecule that forms through covalent bonding.

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Water (H2O) is an example of a molecule formed by covalent bonds.