Chemical Bonding Practice

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Why do atoms bond?

Back

To have a full valence shell.

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What happens when an atom loses an electron?

Back

It becomes a positive ion.

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Identify the cation in the ionic compound aluminum fluoride (AlF₃).

Back

Aluminum (Al³⁺) is the cation.

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What is the number of valence electrons for Neon and other Noble Gases?

Back

8 valence electrons.

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What type of electrons are involved in bonding between atoms?

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Valence electrons.

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Define ionic bond.

Back

A chemical bond formed between two ions with opposite charges.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A bond formed when two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.

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What is the octet rule?

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Atoms tend to bond in such a way that they have eight electrons in their valence shell.

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What is a molecule?

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A group of atoms bonded together, representing the smallest fundamental unit of a chemical compound.

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What is the difference between a cation and an anion?

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A cation is a positively charged ion, while an anion is a negatively charged ion.