Ionic vs Covalent Bonds

Magnesium sulfate (MgSO₄₎ is used in fertilizers.

• Ionic
• Covalent

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NGSS.HS-PS1-2

Formed when 2 atoms share electrons

• Ionic
• Covalent

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NGSS.HS-PS1-2

In general, this type of bond will form a compound with a high melting point.

• Ionic
• Covalent

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NGSS.HS-PS1-4

Kerosene (C₁₂H₂₆) is used in oil lamps.

• Ionic
• Covalent

The attraction between 2 oppositely charged ions

• Ionic
• Covalent

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NGSS.HS-PS1-3

NGSS.HS-PS2-4

Sucrose (C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁) is commonly used in baking.

• Ionic
• Covalent

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NGSS.HS-PS1-1

People often use sodium bromide (NaBr) to sanitize their hot tubs.

• Ionic
• Covalent

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NGSS.HS-PS1-1

NGSS.HS-PS1-2

Magnesium oxide (MgO), like magnesium chloride (MgCl₂), chloride, is used to maintain adequate magnesium in the body.

• Ionic
• Covalent

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NGSS.HS-PS1-1

NGSS.HS-PS1-2

This type of bond will form a compound that can conduct electric current when dissolved in water.

• Ionic
• Covalent

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NGSS.HS-PS1-3

Ozone (O₃) can form when emissions from vehicles react with heat & sunlight.

• Ionic
• Covalent

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NGSS.HS-PS1-2

NGSS.HS-PS1-5