CH06A Covalent vs Ionic Properties

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What are ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds are substances formed from the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions. They typically form crystalline solids at room temperature.

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What are covalent compounds?

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Covalent compounds are substances formed when two or more atoms share electrons, resulting in the formation of molecules.

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What state are ionic compounds usually found in at room temperature?

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Ionic compounds are usually found as solids at room temperature.

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What state can covalent compounds be found in at room temperature?

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Covalent compounds can be found as solids, liquids, or gases at room temperature.

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What is a key characteristic of covalent compounds in terms of electrical conductivity?

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Covalent compounds are usually nonelectrolytes and do not conduct electricity when dissolved in water.

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What is the difference in melting and boiling points between ionic and covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds generally have higher melting and boiling points compared to covalent compounds due to the strong ionic bonds.

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What type of bond holds the atoms together in ionic compounds?

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Ionic bonds, which are formed through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, hold the atoms together in ionic compounds.

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What type of bond holds the atoms together in covalent compounds?

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Covalent bonds, which involve the sharing of electron pairs between atoms, hold the atoms together in covalent compounds.

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How do ionic compounds behave in water?

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Ionic compounds typically dissociate into their constituent ions when dissolved in water, allowing the solution to conduct electricity.

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What is an example of a common ionic compound?

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Sodium chloride (NaCl) is a common example of an ionic compound.