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Which type of bond involves the transfer of electrons between a metal and a non-metal?
Which type of bond involves the transfer of electrons between a metal and a non-metal?
Covalent bonds are good conductors of electricity.
Covalent bonds are good conductors of electricity.
False
What is the primary characteristic of metallic bonds?
What is the primary characteristic of metallic bonds?
Delocalized electrons in a 'metallic sea'
In a polar covalent bond, the difference in electronegativity is between ____ and ____.
In a polar covalent bond, the difference in electronegativity is between ____ and ____.
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Match the chemical compounds to their corresponding bond type:
Match the chemical compounds to their corresponding bond type:
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Which of the following is true regarding ionic compounds?
Which of the following is true regarding ionic compounds?
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All covalent compounds are soluble in water.
All covalent compounds are soluble in water.
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What is the significance of the VSEPR theory in chemistry?
What is the significance of the VSEPR theory in chemistry?
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Study Notes
Chemical Structure and Bonds
- A chemical bond is a force that holds atoms together in a molecule or compound.
- Ionic Bonds: Transfer of electrons between a metal (cation) and a nonmetal (anion). Example: NaCl
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Covalent Bonds: Sharing of electrons between two nonmetals.
- Polar Covalent: Significant electronegativity difference (H₂O).
- Nonpolar Covalent: Similar electronegativity (O₂).
- Metallic Bonds: Delocalized electrons in a "sea" of electrons. Example: Fe
Properties of Bonds
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Ionic Bonds:
- High melting and boiling points.
- Good conductors in liquid or solution state.
- Soluble in water.
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Covalent Bonds:
- Nonpolar Covalent: Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents.
- Polar Covalent: Soluble in water.
- Do not conduct electricity.
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Metallic Bonds:
- Good conductors of electricity and heat.
- Malleable and ductile.
Electronegativity and Polarity
- Electronegativity: An atom's ability to attract electrons in a bond.
- Difference < 0.4 → Nonpolar covalent.
- 0.4 < Difference < 1.7 → Polar covalent.
- Difference ≥ 1.7 → Ionic.
- Dipole moment: Measures the polarity of a molecule. Polar molecules have non-zero dipole moments.
Molecular Geometry and VSEPR Theory
- Molecular geometry is determined by Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion (VSEPR) theory.
- Common Geometries:
- Linear: CO₂, BeCl₂ (180° angle)
- Trigonal planar: BF₃ (120° angle)
- Tetrahedral: CH₄ (109.5° angle)
- Trigonal pyramidal: NH₃ (<109.5° angle)
- Bent: H₂O (<109.5° angle)
Intermolecular Forces
- Hydrogen bonds: Strong attraction between H and F, O, or N.
- Dipole-dipole forces: Attractions between polar molecules.
- London Dispersion Forces: Present in all molecules, especially nonpolar ones.
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Test your understanding of chemical bonds, including ionic, covalent, and metallic bonds. Explore the properties of these bonds and concepts like electronegativity and polarity. This quiz will help reinforce your knowledge of fundamental chemistry concepts.
