Types of Chemical Bonds

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What is an ion?

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An ion is an atom or group of atoms that has an electric charge due to the loss or gain of one or more electrons.

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Define a compound.

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A compound is a substance made from two or more combined atoms.

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What type of elements typically form covalent bonds?

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Covalent bonds are generally formed between two or more nonmetals.

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What do elements in the same column of the periodic table have in common?

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Elements in the same column of the periodic table have the same number of valence electrons.

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How do you determine the charge of an atom?

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The charge of an atom is determined by the difference between the number of protons (positive) and electrons (negative).

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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 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.

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What is the charge of an aluminum ion with 13 protons and 10 electrons?

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The charge of the aluminum ion is Al⁺³.

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What are valence electrons?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in forming bonds.

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What is the difference between a metal and a nonmetal in terms of bonding?

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Metals tend to lose electrons and form positive ions, while nonmetals tend to gain electrons and form negative ions or share electrons.