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Why do atoms bond?
Why do atoms bond?
Atoms bond because they want to have a full outer shell of electrons, referred to as the octet rule.
The octet rule means atoms want to have 8 protons.
The octet rule means atoms want to have 8 protons.
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Which of the following BEST describes the arrangement of electrons in an electron-dot symbol?
Which of the following BEST describes the arrangement of electrons in an electron-dot symbol?
What is the definition of electronegativity?
What is the definition of electronegativity?
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Why do atoms bond?
Why do atoms bond?
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What are valence electrons?
What are valence electrons?
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What is the octet rule?
What is the octet rule?
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Which of the following statements regarding ionic bonds is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding ionic bonds is correct?
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What is the difference between an anion and a cation?
What is the difference between an anion and a cation?
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When ionic compounds are dissolved in water, what happens to the compound?
When ionic compounds are dissolved in water, what happens to the compound?
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What is a metallic bond?
What is a metallic bond?
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Covalent bonds are formed between two metals.
Covalent bonds are formed between two metals.
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What is the difference between a polar covalent bond and a nonpolar covalent bond?
What is the difference between a polar covalent bond and a nonpolar covalent bond?
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Which of the following types of bonds is typically found in metals?
Which of the following types of bonds is typically found in metals?
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The tendency for atoms to share or transfer electrons to obtain a stable configuration of 8 valence electrons is known as the ______ rule.
The tendency for atoms to share or transfer electrons to obtain a stable configuration of 8 valence electrons is known as the ______ rule.
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Study Notes
Chemical Bonds
- Attractive forces holding atoms together in molecules
- Types of bonds include: ionic, covalent, and metallic
Ionic Bonds
- Transfer of electrons between atoms (forming ions)
- Metal bonded with a nonmetal
- Electronegativity difference greater than 1.7
- Solutions conduct electricity
Anion Formation
- Nonmetals gain electrons to attain a noble gas configuration
- This process is called reduction
- Examples: Chloride (Cl-), Oxide (O2-), Nitride (N3-)
Cation Formation
- Main group metals lose valence electrons to form cations
- This loss of electrons is called oxidation
- Examples: Sodium (Na+), Magnesium (Mg2+), Aluminum (Al3+)
Ionic Compounds in Solution
- When dissolved in water, ionic compounds dissociate into aqueous ions
- The resulting solution conducts electricity, called an electrolyte
- Example: NaCl(s) → Na+(aq) + Cl-(aq)
Metallic Bonds
- Between metal atoms
- Joined by a "sea" of electrons that move freely
- Good conductors of heat and electricity
Covalent Bonds
- Sharing of electrons between nonmetal atoms
- Do not conduct electricity in solution
- Nonpolar covalent bonds: Between identical atoms (e.g., Cl-Cl) (electronegativity difference of 0-0.4)
- Polar covalent bonds: Between different nonmetals (e.g., H-Cl) (electronegativity difference of 0.4-1.7)
Polar and Nonpolar Bonds
- H-H is nonpolar due to identical electronegativity
- Cl-Cl is nonpolar due to identical electronegativity
- H-Cl is polar due to different electronegativities (H = 2.1, Cl = 3.0)
Ionic Character
- Ionic character increases as the electronegativity difference increases
- Electronegativity difference of 0-0.4: nonpolar covalent bond
- Electronegativity difference of 0.4-1.7: polar covalent bond
- Electronegativity difference greater than 1.7: ionic bond
Types of Bonds Table
| Type of Bond | Type or elements | Electron behavior | Difference in electronegativity | Electricity conduction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| lonic | Metal + Nonmetal | Electrons transferred | >1.7 | Conduct |
| Covalent (polar) | Nonmetal + Nonmetal | Electrons shared unequally | 0.4-1.7 | Do not conduct |
| Covalent (nonpolar) | Nonmetal + Nonmetal | Electrons shared equally | 0-0.4 | Do not conduct |
| Metallic | Metal + Metal | Electrons form a "sea" | - | Conduct |
Lewis Structures
- Atoms relative to others: Place atoms in logical manner for the molecule
- Valence electrons: Represent each element's valence electrons using dots or crosses
- Bond formation: Arrange bonds to achieve octets for most atoms
- Ionic compounds: Electrons transferred
- Covalent compounds: Shared electron pairs; shown as lines
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Explore the fundamental concepts of atomic bonding, including the octet rule and electronegativity. This quiz will help you understand how atoms interact and the layout of electrons in electron-dot symbols. Test your knowledge on these essential topics in chemistry!
