Ionic, Covalent and Metallic Bonding

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What is ionic bonding?

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Ionic bonding is the electrostatic attraction between positively charged ions (cations) and negatively charged ions (anions). It typically occurs between metals and non-metals.

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What is covalent bonding?

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Covalent bonding is the sharing of electron pairs between atoms, usually between non-metals, to achieve a full outer shell of electrons.

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What is metallic bonding?

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Metallic bonding is the attraction between metal ions and delocalized electrons, allowing metals to conduct electricity and heat.

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What are the properties of ionic compounds?

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Ionic compounds generally have high melting and boiling points, are soluble in water, and conduct electricity when dissolved or molten.

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What are the properties of covalent compounds?

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Covalent compounds usually have low melting and boiling points, are poor conductors of electricity, and may be soluble in organic solvents.

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What are the properties of metallic compounds?

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Metallic compounds are good conductors of electricity and heat, have high melting and boiling points, and are malleable and ductile.

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What type of bond is formed between magnesium and oxygen in MgO?

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Ionic bond.

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What type of bond is formed in water (H2O)?

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Covalent bond.

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What type of bond is formed in metals like copper (Cu)?

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Metallic bond.

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What is a crystal lattice structure?

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A crystal lattice structure is a highly ordered arrangement of atoms, ions, or molecules in a crystalline material, typical of ionic compounds.