Lewis Dot Diagrams + Covalent

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What is a Lewis Dot Diagram?

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A Lewis Dot Diagram is a representation of the valence electrons of an atom, showing how they are arranged around the nucleus and how they bond with other atoms.

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How do you determine the number of valence electrons an element has?

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Look at its group in the periodic table.

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What is the molecular formula for Methane?

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CH₄

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How many total atoms are in H₂SO₄?

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7

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What does the subscript in a chemical formula indicate?

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The number of atoms of the element in the molecule.

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What is the significance of valence electrons in covalent bonding?

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Valence electrons are involved in forming bonds between atoms, allowing them to achieve a full outer shell.

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What is a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a chemical bond formed when two atoms share one or more pairs of valence electrons.

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What is the Lewis structure for Oxygen (O)?

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O: •• (showing 6 valence electrons)

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What is the correct formula for 3 Hydrogen (H), 1 Sulfur (S), and 4 Oxygen (O)?

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H₃SO₄

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What is the difference between a molecular formula and a structural formula?

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A molecular formula shows the number and type of atoms in a molecule, while a structural formula shows how those atoms are arranged.