Lewis Dot Structures

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What are Lewis Dot Structures?

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Lewis Dot Structures are diagrams that represent the valence electrons of atoms within a molecule. They show how electrons are arranged around atoms and how they bond with each other.

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How many lone pairs does NH₃ have?

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1

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What is the octet rule?

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The octet rule states that atoms tend to bond in such a way that they have eight electrons in their valence shell, achieving a stable electron configuration.

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How many double bonds does carbonate (CO₃²⁻) have?

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1

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What type of bond involves three pairs of shared electrons?

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Triple bond

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How many electrons does hydrogen need in its valence shell to be stable?

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2

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What is a single bond?

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A single bond is a chemical bond between two atoms involving one pair of shared electrons.

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What is a double bond?

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A double bond is a chemical bond between two atoms involving two pairs of shared electrons.

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What is the significance of valence electrons in bonding?

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Valence electrons are the outermost electrons of an atom and are involved in forming bonds with other atoms. They determine the chemical properties and reactivity of the element.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, resulting in charged ions, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.