Ionic and Covalent Bonds

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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 electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically between a metal and a nonmetal.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a type of chemical bond where two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.

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What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons in order to have eight electrons in their outer shell, achieving stability.

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What are noble gases?

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Noble gases are a group of elements in Group 18 of the periodic table that are characterized by having a full valence shell, making them largely unreactive.

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How do you name ionic compounds?

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When naming ionic compounds, the metal is named first followed by the nonmetal, which is named with an '-ide' suffix.

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

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The charge of a sodium ion (Na+) is +1.

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

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The charge of a chloride ion (Cl-) is -1.

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How many valence electrons does carbon have?

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Carbon has 4 valence electrons.

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What is the formula for aluminum oxide?

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The formula for aluminum oxide is Al2O3.

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What happens to the electrons in an ionic bond?

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In an ionic bond, electrons are transferred from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of charged ions.