S24 Lewis Dot Structures

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What is an ionic bond?

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An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, typically formed when one atom donates an electron to another.

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What force holds ionic bonds together?

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Electrostatic force.

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How many lone pairs does Silicon have?

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0.

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What are valence electrons?

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Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell of an atom that are involved in forming bonds.

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How many valence electrons does Bromine have?

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7.

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What is the Lewis dot structure?

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The Lewis dot structure is a diagram that represents the valence electrons of an atom as dots around the element's symbol.

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Which type of compound can conduct electricity?

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Ionic compounds can conduct electricity when dissolved in water or melted.

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What is the significance of lone pairs in Lewis structures?

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Lone pairs represent non-bonding electrons that can affect the shape and reactivity of molecules.

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How do you determine the number of valence electrons for an element?

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The number of valence electrons can be determined by the group number of the element in the periodic table.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.