Chemical Bonding2

Front

What elements generally make a covalent bond?

Back

2 or more nonmetals.

Front

Is Hydrogen considered a metal or a non-metal?

Back

Non-metal.

Front

What usually forms the negative ion?

Back

Nonmetals.

Front

What is the number of valence electrons for Oxygen?

Back

6.

Front

What two types of atoms make a covalent bond?

Back

2 Nonmetals.

Front

Define a covalent bond.

Back

A covalent bond is a chemical bond that involves the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.

Front

What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

Back

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

Front

What is a valence electron?

Back

A valence electron is an electron that is found in the outermost shell of an atom and can participate in forming chemical bonds.

Front

How many valence electrons does Carbon have?

Back

4.

Front

What type of bond is formed between two nonmetals?

Back

Covalent bond.