Ionic and Covalent Bonds

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Why do all bonds form?

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To fill the outermost energy level.

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What is the correct structure for BF3?

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Option A.

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Covalent bonds are between...

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Non-metal and Non-metal.

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Ionic bonds are between...

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Metal and Non-metal.

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Water is an example of what?

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Molecular compound (covalent compound).

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What is an ionic bond?

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A bond formed between a metal and a non-metal through the transfer of electrons.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A bond formed between two non-metals through the sharing of electrons.

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What is the octet rule?

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Atoms tend to form bonds in such a way that they have eight electrons in their outermost shell.

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What is a molecular compound?

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A compound formed by covalent bonds, consisting of molecules.

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What is an example of an ionic compound?

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Sodium chloride (NaCl).