Ionic and Covalent Bonding

Front

What charge do elements in group 16 typically have?

Back

They would have a charge of -2.

Front

What type of bond is formed between ions of opposite charge, such as in table salt (NaCl)?

Back

Ionic bond.

Front

What does Copper (II) indicate about the charge of copper?

Back

Copper has a +2 charge.

Front

What type of bond is predicted to form between two nonmetallic atoms?

Back

Covalent bond.

Front

What do we call the bonds that form when two or more atoms interact with each other?

Back

Chemical bonds.

Front

Define ionic bonding.

Back

Ionic bonding is the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

Front

Define covalent bonding.

Back

Covalent bonding is the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.

Front

What is the significance of valence electrons in bonding?

Back

Valence electrons determine how an atom can bond with others.

Front

What is a molecule?

Back

A molecule is formed when two or more atoms bond together.

Front

What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

Back

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