Unit 7 - Bonding review

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond that occurs when one atom transfers one or more of its electrons to another atom, resulting in the formation of ions that are held together by electrostatic forces.

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What happens to valence electrons in ionic bonding?

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In ionic bonding, valence electrons are transferred from one atom to another.

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What types of atoms typically form covalent bonds?

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Covalent bonds are typically formed between two nonmetals.

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What is a metallic bond?

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A metallic bond is the attraction between positive metal ions and free-floating electrons in a metal.

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How does sulfur behave when forming an ionic bond?

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Sulfur (S) will gain 2 valence electrons when forming an ionic bond.

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What ion does nitrogen typically form?

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Nitrogen (N) typically forms the ion N^-3.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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What is the role of valence electrons in bonding?

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Valence electrons are the outermost electrons of an atom and are involved in forming bonds with other atoms.

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What is the significance of electron configuration in bonding?

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Electron configuration determines how an atom interacts with other atoms and influences the type of bond it will form.

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What is a polar covalent bond?

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A polar covalent bond is a type of covalent bond where electrons are shared unequally between two atoms, resulting in a molecule with a slight electrical dipole moment.