Ionic vs Covalent

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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 non-metal.

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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, usually between non-metal atoms.

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What happens to potassium (K) when it bonds with chlorine (Cl)?

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Potassium (K) loses an electron to become positively charged (K+), while chlorine (Cl) gains an electron to become negatively charged (Cl-).

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What is a cation?

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A cation is a positively charged ion, formed when an atom loses one or more electrons.

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What is an anion?

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An anion is a negatively charged ion, formed when an atom gains one or more electrons.

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What is the chemical formula for sodium chloride?

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The chemical formula for sodium chloride is NaCl.

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Why do atoms bond?

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Atoms bond to achieve a full valence shell, which leads to greater stability.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds are formed from the transfer of electrons and consist of ions, while covalent compounds are formed from the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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Give an example of an ionic compound.

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An example of an ionic compound is sodium chloride (NaCl).

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Give an example of a covalent compound.

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An example of a covalent compound is water (H2O).