Chem 511 Unit 5 Review: Covalent Bonding

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What is the correct name for NO?

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Nitrogen Monoxide

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What is the name of S6O3?

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hexasulfur trioxide

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How many chlorine atoms are in carbon tetrachloride (CCl4)?

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4

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What type(s) of elements make up a covalent bond?

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2 nonmetals

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What is the formula for boron trichloride?

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BCl3

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Define a covalent bond.

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A covalent bond is a chemical bond that involves the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.

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What is the molecular formula for water?

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H2O

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What is the name of CO2?

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Carbon Dioxide

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What is the significance of prefixes in naming covalent compounds?

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Prefixes indicate the number of atoms of each element in the compound.