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What is the primary reason most atoms form bonds?
What is the primary reason most atoms form bonds?
- To achieve stable electron configurations (correct)
- To increase their atomic radius
- To decrease their electronegativity
- To form isotopes
What is the key difference between ionic and covalent compounds?
What is the key difference between ionic and covalent compounds?
- Covalent compounds have high melting points, while ionic compounds have low melting points
- Ionic compounds form by the attraction of oppositely charged ions, while covalent compounds form by sharing electrons (correct)
- Ionic compounds consist of molecules, while covalent compounds consist of ions
- Ionic compounds form by sharing electrons, while covalent compounds form by the attraction of oppositely charged ions
What determines the shape of a molecule according to VSEPR theory?
What determines the shape of a molecule according to VSEPR theory?
- The number of bonds and unshared electron pairs (correct)
- The molecular weight of the compounds
- The electronegativity of the central atom
- The size of the atoms involved
What does an empirical formula display?
What does an empirical formula display?
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What leads to the unique properties of metals?
What leads to the unique properties of metals?
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