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What are covalent compounds?

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Covalent compounds are substances formed when two or more nonmetals share electrons.

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What happens when a potassium atom loses one electron?

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A potassium atom becomes a positive ion.

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What type of bond is present in CO2?

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Covalent bond.

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How do covalent compounds conduct electricity?

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Covalent compounds generally have poor electrical conductivity.

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What happens to electrons in a covalent bond?

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Electrons are shared between atoms.

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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 polyatomic ion?

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A polyatomic ion is a charged entity composed of two or more atoms bonded together.

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Can covalent compounds dissolve in water?

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Some covalent compounds can dissolve in water, but many do not.

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What is an example of a covalent compound?

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Water (H2O) is an example of a covalent compound.

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What is the state of matter for most covalent compounds at room temperature?

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Most covalent compounds are gases or liquids at room temperature.