Unit 4 Chemical Bonding Review

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What is an ionic compound?

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An ionic compound is a chemical compound composed of ions held together by electrostatic forces termed ionic bonding. It typically contains a metal or ammonium ion at the beginning.

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Where are nonmetals located on the periodic table?

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Nonmetals are located on the right side of the periodic table, often highlighted in red.

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What types of atoms make a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is formed between two nonmetals.

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Why do elements bond?

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Elements bond to become stable, often achieving a full outer electron shell.

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What kind of bond is formed between H and H?

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The bond formed between H and H is a covalent bond.

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What is a metal?

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A metal is a type of element that is typically shiny, malleable, ductile, and a good conductor of heat and electricity.

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What is a nonmetal?

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A nonmetal is an element that lacks the characteristics of metals, often being brittle and poor conductors of heat and electricity.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a chemical bond that involves the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.

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What is an example of an ionic compound?

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An example of an ionic compound is sodium chloride (NaCl), which consists of sodium ions and chloride ions.

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What is electronegativity?

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Electronegativity is a measure of the tendency of an atom to attract a bonding pair of electrons.