Bonding Exam Review

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In ionic bonds, electrons are ________.

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Transferred

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When an atom loses an electron, it becomes a:

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Positive ion

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Covalent bonds are between ________ and _________.

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nonmetals, nonmetals

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In covalent bonds, electrons are ________.

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Shared

Front

How many valence electrons in this structure?

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7

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What is an ionic bond?

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A chemical bond formed through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of ions.

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What is a covalent bond?

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

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What is a positive ion?

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An atom that has lost one or more electrons, resulting in a net positive charge.

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What is a negative ion?

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An atom that has gained one or more electrons, resulting in a net negative charge.

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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.