6.1 Review - Chemical Bonds

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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 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.

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What is the formula for carbon dioxide?

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What is the formula for aluminum sulfate?

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What is a polyatomic ion?

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A polyatomic ion is a charged ion composed of two or more atoms bonded together.

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How do you determine the formula for an ionic compound?

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To determine the formula for an ionic compound, balance the total positive and negative charges of the ions.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent compounds?

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Ionic compounds are formed from the transfer of electrons between metals and non-metals, while covalent compounds are formed by the sharing of electrons between non-metals.

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What is the formula for magnesium nitrate?

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What type of compound is CF₄?

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CF₄ is a covalent compound.

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What is the significance of subscripts in chemical formulas?

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Subscripts indicate the number of atoms of each element in a compound.