.8 Unit 10 Assessment: Atomic Structure and Chemical Symbols

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What does the prefix 'Tetra' indicate in covalent compounds?

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The prefix 'Tetra' indicates 4.

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Where are non-metals located on the periodic table?

Back

Non-metals are located on the right side of the 'staircase'.

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Which element has the atomic number 1?

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Hydrogen.

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What is the formula for Phosphorous Pentafluoride?

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PF₅.

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What is the atomic number of Oxygen?

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8.

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What is the definition of a covalent bond?

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A covalent bond is a chemical bond formed by the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.

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What is the significance of the atomic number?

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The atomic number represents the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom and determines the element's identity.

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What is the general formula for covalent compounds?

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Covalent compounds are typically named using prefixes to indicate the number of atoms of each element.

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What is the difference between ionic and covalent bonds?

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

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What is the role of valence electrons in chemical bonding?

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Valence electrons are the outermost electrons and are involved in forming bonds between atoms.