Ionic & Covalent Bonding
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8th - 9th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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 one atom transfers electrons to another atom, resulting in the formation of charged ions that attract each other.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a covalent bond?
Back
A covalent bond is a type of chemical bond where two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to a metal atom in an ionic bond?
Back
In an ionic bond, a metal atom tends to lose electrons.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to a non-metal atom in an ionic bond?
Back
In an ionic bond, a non-metal atom tends to gain electrons.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a positive ion?
Back
A positive ion, or cation, is formed when an atom loses one or more electrons.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a negative ion?
Back
A negative ion, or anion, is formed when an atom gains one or more electrons.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?
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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons and the formation of ions, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.
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