Chem 511 Unit 5 Review: Covalent Bonding

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How many electrons are shared in a single bond?

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2

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What is the name of S6O3?

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hexasulfur trioxide

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In which of these bonds does phosphorus have a partial positive charge? (H-P, Al-P, Br-P, B-P)

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Br-P

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What is the correct name for NO?

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Nitrogen Monoxide

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What type of compound is an unknown white solid that dissolves in water and does not melt when put into the fire of a bunsen burner? (ionic or covalent)

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ionic

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Define covalent bonding.

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

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What is a molecule?

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A group of two or more atoms bonded together by covalent bonds.

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What is the difference between a polar and nonpolar covalent bond?

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Polar covalent bonds have unequal sharing of electrons, while nonpolar covalent bonds have equal sharing.

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What is electronegativity?

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A measure of an atom's ability to attract and hold onto electrons.

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What is a Lewis structure?

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A diagram that shows the bonding between atoms and the lone pairs of electrons in a molecule.