Ionic and Covalent Bonding

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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 electrons, usually between non-metal atoms.

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Which elements are likely to form Ionic Bonds?

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Ionic bonds typically form between metals and non-metals, such as sodium (Na) and chlorine (Cl).

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What is the ionic formula for Calcium Phosphate?

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The ionic formula for Calcium Phosphate is Ca3(PO4)2.

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How many electrons does Chlorine need to gain for a full outer shell?

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Chlorine needs to gain 1 electron to have a full outer shell.

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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 type of elements typically form Covalent Bonds?

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Covalent bonds typically form between non-metal elements.

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What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to achieve a full outer shell of eight electrons.

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Give an example of a molecule with a Covalent Bond.

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Water (H2O) is an example of a molecule with covalent bonds, where hydrogen and oxygen share electrons.

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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A polyatomic ion is a charged entity composed of two or more atoms bonded together, such as sulfate (SO4^2-).