Ionic, Covalent, and Metallic Bonding

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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 electrons are transferred from one atom to another, resulting in the formation of charged ions that attract each other.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a type of chemical bond formed when two non-metal atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.

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What are metallic bonds?

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Metallic bonds are formed between metal atoms, where electrons are shared in a 'sea of electrons' that allows for conductivity and malleability.

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What is electronegativity?

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Electronegativity is a measure of an atom's ability to attract and hold onto electrons in a chemical bond.

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What is a polar molecule?

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A polar molecule is a molecule that has a partial positive charge on one end and a partial negative charge on the other end due to unequal sharing of electrons.

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What is a non-polar molecule?

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A non-polar molecule is a molecule that has an even distribution of electrical charge, often due to equal sharing of electrons.

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What is the maximum number of electrons that can occupy an orbital?

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The maximum number of electrons that can occupy an orbital is 2.

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What is the electron configuration for oxygen?

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The electron configuration for oxygen is 1s² 2s² 2p⁴.

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What is a multimeter used for?

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A multimeter is an instrument used to measure voltage, current, and resistance in electrical circuits.

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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.