Covalent & Ionic Bonds

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a type of chemical bond where two nonmetals share electrons to achieve a full outer shell.

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the transfer of electrons from a metal to a nonmetal, resulting in the formation of charged ions.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds are formed from the electrostatic attraction between ions, while covalent compounds are formed by the sharing of electrons between nonmetals.

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What is the chemical formula for water?

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H₂O

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What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na)?

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+1

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What is the charge of a chloride ion (Cl)?

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-1

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What is the chemical formula for lithium bromide?

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LiBr

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What type of elements typically form covalent bonds?

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Nonmetals.

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What type of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Metals and nonmetals.

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What is the chemical formula for chromium(III) oxide?

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Cr₂O₃