Intro - Ionic vs Covalent

Front

What type of bond is formed in NaCl?

Back

Ionic

Front

What happens to electrons in a covalent bond?

Back

They are shared.

Front

What type of bond is present in Al2S3?

Back

Ionic

Front

Where are the nonmetals located on the periodic table?

Back

Red area.

Front

What two types of atoms make a covalent bond?

Back

2 nonmetals.

Front

Define 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

Define covalent bond.

Back

A bond formed when two nonmetals share electrons.

Front

What is the main characteristic of ionic compounds?

Back

They typically form crystalline structures and have high melting and boiling points.

Front

What is the main characteristic of covalent compounds?

Back

They usually have lower melting and boiling points compared to ionic compounds.

Front

Give an example of a covalent compound.

Back

Water (H2O).