Covalent 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 non-metal atoms share pairs of valence electrons.

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How do covalent bonds form?

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Covalent bonds form by sharing valence electrons between atoms.

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What do group numbers on the periodic table indicate?

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Group numbers indicate the number of valence electrons in the elements of that group.

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What is the difference between ionic and molecular compounds in terms of conductivity?

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Molecular compounds generally have poor conductivity compared to ionic compounds.

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What types of atoms typically form covalent bonds?

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Covalent bonds are typically formed between two nonmetals.

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What is a molecule?

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

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What is a valence electron?

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A valence electron is an electron in the outermost shell of an atom that can participate in forming chemical bonds.

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Can covalent bonds form between metals?

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No, covalent bonds typically do not form between metals; they usually form between nonmetals.

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What is a polar covalent bond?

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A polar covalent bond is a type of covalent bond where the electrons are shared unequally between the two atoms, resulting in a slight charge.

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What is a nonpolar covalent bond?

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A nonpolar covalent bond is a type of covalent bond where the electrons are shared equally between the two atoms.