Ionic and Covalent Bonds

Front

What is the name for an ion with a positive charge?

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Cation

Front

What two types of atoms make a covalent bond?

Back

2 Nonmetals

Front

A bond between a nonmetal and a nonmetal is called a(n)

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Covalent bond

Front

What type of bond is formed in CaCl?

Back

Ionic Bond

Front

A ________ is the force of attraction between atoms sharing electrons.

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Covalent Bond

Front

What is an ion with a negative charge called?

Back

Anion

Front

What type of bond involves the transfer of electrons?

Back

Ionic Bond

Front

What is the main difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

Back

Ionic bonds involve transfer of electrons, while covalent bonds involve sharing of electrons.

Front

What type of elements typically form ionic bonds?

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Metals and Nonmetals

Front

What is the result of a covalent bond?

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Molecule