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Which of the following statements accurately describes ionic bonding?
Which of the following statements accurately describes ionic bonding?
In covalent bonding, electrons are shared between two nonmetals.
In covalent bonding, electrons are shared between two nonmetals.
True
What type of ion is formed when an atom gives up one or more electrons?
What type of ion is formed when an atom gives up one or more electrons?
cation
In a water molecule (H2O), the oxygen atom is missing ______ electrons to achieve a full valence shell.
In a water molecule (H2O), the oxygen atom is missing ______ electrons to achieve a full valence shell.
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Match the type of bonding to its description:
Match the type of bonding to its description:
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Study Notes
Ions
- Ions are charged particles.
- Ions are categorized into cations (positive charge) and anions (negative charge).
Ionic Bonding
- Ionic bonds form when there is a complete transfer of electrons between a metal and a nonmetal.
- This transfer results in both atoms attaining a full valence electron shell.
- The metal loses electrons, becoming a cation.
- The nonmetal gains electrons, becoming an anion.
- The opposite charges of the cation and anion attract each other, forming an ionic bond.
Covalent Bonding
- Covalent bonds form when two nonmetals share electrons.
- This sharing of electrons allows both atoms to achieve a full valence shell.
Water (H₂O)
- Water (H₂O) is a molecule that requires two additional electrons to complete its outer electron shell.
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Description
This quiz explores the concepts of ions, ionic bonding, and covalent bonding. You will learn how ions are formed and interact through electron transfer and sharing. Test your knowledge on water's molecular structure and learn more about chemical interactions.
