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 that occurs between a metal and a non-metal, where electrons are transferred from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of charged ions.

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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, typically occurring between non-metal atoms.

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What are valence electrons?

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

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How do atoms become positively charged?

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Atoms become positively charged by losing one or more electrons, resulting in more protons than electrons.

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How do atoms become negatively charged?

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Atoms become negatively charged by gaining one or more electrons, resulting in more electrons than protons.

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What is the formula for ammonia?

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The formula for ammonia is NH₃.

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What type of bond is formed between sodium (Na) and chlorine (Cl)?

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An ionic bond is formed between sodium (Na) and chlorine (Cl).

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What type of bond is formed between two oxygen atoms?

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A covalent bond is formed between two oxygen atoms.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons and the formation of charged ions, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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What is a molecule?

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A molecule is a group of two or more atoms bonded together, which can be either covalent or ionic.