Ionic and covalent bonds

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What are valence electrons?

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Valence electrons are the electrons located in the outermost energy levels of an atom, which are involved in forming bonds with other atoms.

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What type of bond is formed by the electrostatic attraction between positive and negative ions?

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Ionic bond.

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What type of bond is likely to form between a metal and a nonmetal?

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Ionic bond.

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What is the chemical formula for ammonia?

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NH3.

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What type of bond is present in ammonia (NH3)?

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Covalent bond.

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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 is an example of an ionic compound?

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Sodium chloride (NaCl).

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What is an example of a covalent compound?

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Water (H2O).

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What happens to electrons in an ionic bond?

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Electrons are transferred from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of positive and negative ions.

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What happens to electrons in a covalent bond?

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Electrons are shared between two atoms.