Ionic and covalent bonding

Front

Which particle is responsible for bonding?

Back

Electrons

Front

When Oxygen (O) gains 2 electrons, what charge does it have?

Back

-2

Front

How are ionic bonds formed?

Back

Electrons are transferred.

Front

Which of the following is NOT formed by a covalent bond: K2S, H2O, I2, CO2?

Back

K2S

Front

The chemical bond between a non-metal and another non-metal will be a ________ bond.

Back

Covalent

Front

What type of bond is formed when electrons are shared between atoms?

Back

Covalent bond.

Front

What type of bond is formed when electrons are transferred from one atom to another?

Back

Ionic bond.

Front

What is the charge of a sodium ion (Na+) after it loses one electron?

Back

+1

Front

What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

Back

Ionic bonds involve transfer of electrons; covalent bonds involve sharing of electrons.

Front

What is a polar covalent bond?

Back

A bond where electrons are shared unequally between atoms.