Test 4 Review: Ionic vs Covalent

Front

What is the formula for the compound formed by Ca⁺² and Br^-?

Back

CaBr₂

Front

Ionic bonds are formed between __________ and __________.

Back

metals, non-metals

Front

What do nonmetals tend to do in chemical reactions?

Back

gain electrons

Front

Which type of compounds have very strong intermolecular forces?

Back

ionic compounds

Front

How do covalent bonds form?

Back

Sharing valence e- between atoms.

Front

What is an ionic bond?

Back

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

Front

What are covalent bonds?

Back

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

Front

Give an example of a compound with ionic bonding.

Back

Sodium chloride (NaCl) is an example of an ionic compound.

Front

Give an example of a compound with covalent bonding.

Back

Water (H₂O) is an example of a covalent compound.

Front

What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds in terms of melting points?

Back

Ionic compounds generally have higher melting points than covalent compounds.