Intro - Ionic vs Covalent

Front

What type of bond is formed in water (H₂O)?

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Covalent

Front

If two fluorine atoms bond, what type of bond do they form?

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Covalent

Front

Which of the following is an example of an ionic compound? (NaCl, H₂O, CO₂, NO)

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NaCl

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What do covalent compounds do with electrons?

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Share electrons

Front

What is a property of covalent bonds?

Back

They cannot be dissolved in water.

Front

What type of bond involves the transfer of electrons?

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Ionic bond

Front

What is the main characteristic of ionic compounds?

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They form between metals and nonmetals.

Front

What is a common property of ionic compounds?

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They have high melting and boiling points.

Front

What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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

Front

What is an example of a covalent compound?

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Water (H₂O) or Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)