Covalent Bonding

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a type of chemical bond where two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons.

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What are covalent compounds typically formed from?

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Covalent compounds are typically formed from two nonmetals.

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What is the characteristic of covalent compounds regarding melting and boiling points?

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Covalent compounds generally have low melting and boiling points.

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Can covalent compounds conduct electricity when dissolved in water?

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No, covalent compounds typically do not conduct electricity when dissolved in water.

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What type of bond does hydrogen (H) form?

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Hydrogen only forms single bonds.

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What type of bond is formed between oxygen (O) and hydrogen (H)?

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A polar covalent bond is formed between oxygen and hydrogen.

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What is the first step in drawing a Lewis structure for a compound?

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The first step is to find the total number of electrons from the atoms.

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How many electrons are shared in a single bond?

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In a single bond, 2 electrons are shared.

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How many electrons are shared in a double bond?

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In a double bond, 4 electrons are shared.

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What is a polar covalent bond?

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A polar covalent bond is a type of bond where electrons are shared unequally between two atoms, resulting in partial charges.