IPC Final Exam Practice

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Why do elements bond?

Back

To become stable.

Front

Which is a property of metals?

Back

Malleable and ductile.

Front

Which two groups on the Periodic Table are the MOST reactive?

Back

Group 1 and Group 17.

Front

The substance in which a solute is dissolved is a?

Back

Solvent.

Front

According to the Octet Rule, atoms of elements react with each other in order to attain ____ electrons in their outermost energy level or shell.

Back

8.

Front

What is the definition of a solute?

Back

A substance that is dissolved in a solvent.

Front

What is the definition of a solution?

Back

A homogeneous mixture of two or more substances.

Front

What is the Octet Rule?

Back

Atoms tend to gain, lose, or share electrons to have eight electrons in their outermost shell.

Front

What are the characteristics of ionic bonds?

Back

They form between metals and nonmetals, involve the transfer of electrons, and result in the formation of charged ions.

Front

What are the characteristics of covalent bonds?

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They form between nonmetals, involve the sharing of electrons, and result in the formation of molecules.