SPS2. Review

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What is the characteristic of the compound MgBr2 based on the elements' location in the Periodic Table?

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It has a high melting point.

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What is the chemical formula for Carbon Tetrafluoride?

Back

CF4

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Which particles are most directly involved in chemical bonding?

Back

Valence electrons.

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What happens to an atom when it gains electrons?

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It becomes a negative ion.

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How can ionic bonds be best described?

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An electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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What are valence electrons?

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Electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in chemical bonding.

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What is an ionic bond?

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A bond formed through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, resulting in the attraction between oppositely charged ions.

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What is the difference between a positive ion and a negative ion?

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A positive ion has lost electrons, while a negative ion has gained electrons.

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What is the significance of the Periodic Table in chemistry?

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It organizes elements based on their atomic number and properties, helping predict chemical behavior.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A bond formed when two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.