Type of bond

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What type of bond is formed between two nonmetals?

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Covalent bond

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What type of bond is formed between a metal and a nonmetal?

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Ionic bond

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What is the main characteristic of ionic bonds?

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Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons from one atom to another.

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What is the main characteristic of covalent bonds?

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Covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons between atoms.

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Example of a covalent compound:

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P2O5 (Diphosphorus pentoxide)

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Example of an ionic compound:

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FeCl3 (Iron(III) chloride)

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What is the bond type in Cl2?

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Covalent bond

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What is the bond type in HF?

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Covalent bond

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What is the bond type in CH4?

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Covalent bond

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What is the bond type in NaCl?

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Ionic bond