Covalent Bonding with Names and Formulas

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Why do all bonds form?

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To create a full set of valence electrons.

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In chemical compounds, covalent bonds form when:

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Pairs of electrons are shared between two nonmetal atoms.

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What ending do "ite" polyatomic ions get?

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ous.

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What do covalent compounds do?

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Share electrons.

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What is the name of the covalent compound N2O5?

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Dinitrogen pentoxide.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A bond formed by the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.

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What types of elements typically form covalent bonds?

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Nonmetals.

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What is electronegativity?

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A measure of an atom's ability to attract and hold onto electrons.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons.

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What is a molecule?

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A group of atoms bonded together by covalent bonds.