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Which of the following compounds represents a scenario where an atom can achieve an expanded octet?
Which of the following compounds represents a scenario where an atom can achieve an expanded octet?
What characterizes resonance in molecular structures?
What characterizes resonance in molecular structures?
Which element is noted for forming compounds with only 6 valence electrons?
Which element is noted for forming compounds with only 6 valence electrons?
What best describes a resonance hybrid?
What best describes a resonance hybrid?
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In the context of covalent bonding, what is the octet rule primarily concerned with?
In the context of covalent bonding, what is the octet rule primarily concerned with?
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Which molecule has the highest bond enthalpy?
Which molecule has the highest bond enthalpy?
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Which Lewis diagram accurately represents an odd-electron molecule?
Which Lewis diagram accurately represents an odd-electron molecule?
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Which statement about bond lengths is true?
Which statement about bond lengths is true?
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Which of the following pairs represent covalent compounds?
Which of the following pairs represent covalent compounds?
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What is indicated by a curly arrow in resonance forms?
What is indicated by a curly arrow in resonance forms?
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In the context of valence electrons, what denotes a covalent bond?
In the context of valence electrons, what denotes a covalent bond?
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Which of the following bond enthalpies indicates the weakest bond?
Which of the following bond enthalpies indicates the weakest bond?
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Which of the following compounds would most likely NOT comply with the octet rule?
Which of the following compounds would most likely NOT comply with the octet rule?
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What is the bond length of a typical C=C bond?
What is the bond length of a typical C=C bond?
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Which of the following ionic compounds is formed primarily through the transfer of electrons?
Which of the following ionic compounds is formed primarily through the transfer of electrons?
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Which factor does NOT affect bond enthalpy?
Which factor does NOT affect bond enthalpy?
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What does the term 'resonance hybrid' refer to?
What does the term 'resonance hybrid' refer to?
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In which case would you expect bond length to increase?
In which case would you expect bond length to increase?
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Which of the following represents a resonance form?
Which of the following represents a resonance form?
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For which molecule would you expect a higher bond length due to increased atomic size?
For which molecule would you expect a higher bond length due to increased atomic size?
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Study Notes
Lewis Diagrams - Chemical Bonds
- Lewis diagrams are used to illustrate the valence electrons of atoms. They are visual representations of the electrons involved in bonding.
Lewis Diagrams - Covalent Compounds
- Covalent compounds share electrons between atoms to achieve stability.
- Examples of covalent compound Lewis diagrams include:
- H2O (water)
- NH3 (ammonia)
- CH4 (methane)
Lewis Diagrams - Ionic Compounds
- Ionic compounds involve the transfer of electrons between atoms to form ions.
- Examples of ionic compound Lewis diagrams include:
- NaCl (sodium chloride)
- MgO (magnesium oxide)
- CaCl2 (calcium chloride)
Lewis Diagrams - Chemical Bonds
- Examples of Lewis diagrams for various compounds:
- CO2 (carbon dioxide)
- N2 (nitrogen gas)
- C2H3Br (bromoethene)
- C2HI (iodoethyne)
- HCN (hydrogen cyanide)
Covalent Bonds - The Octet Rule
- Atoms tend to share electron pairs to complete their outer shell (octet) of eight electrons.
- Period 2 elements (C, N, O, F) do not have available d-orbitals and cannot exceed an octet.
- Period 3 and later elements can have more than eight valence electrons due to the availability of d-orbitals.
- Examples of expanded octets include:
- PCl5 (phosphorous pentachloride)
- PCl3, PCl4+, PCl6– (phosphorous hexachloride)
- Boron (B) can form compounds with less than eight valence electrons, like BF3 (boron trifluoride) due to its incomplete octet.
- Some molecules have an odd number of valence electrons, like NO (nitric oxide), and are called radicals.
Resonance - Nitrate
- Resonance occurs when multiple Lewis structures can be written for a molecule, with the true structure being a blend of all the contributing forms.
- The nitrate ion (NO3-) is an example with three resonance forms.
Resonance - Sulfur Dioxide
- Sulfur dioxide (SO2) also exhibits resonance with two contributing structures.
Resonance - Benzene
- Benzene has a unique planar structure with delocalized electrons, leading to six resonance forms.
- The resonance hybrid of benzene represents the actual structure, with all carbon-carbon bonds having equal lengths.
Bond Strength
- Bond enthalpy (ΔHB) is a measure of bond strength.
- The higher the bond enthalpy, the stronger the bond.
- Factors affecting bond enthalpy:
- The nature of the atoms involved
- The type of bond (single, double, triple)
- Adjacent atoms
- Examples of bond enthalpies:
- H–H = + 436 kJ/mol (endothermic)
- N≡N = + 944 kJ/mol
- C–C = + 348 kJ/mol
Bond Length
- The bond length is the distance between the nuclei of two bonded atoms.
- Heavier atoms have larger atomic radii, resulting in longer bond lengths.
- Multiple bonds (double and triple) are shorter than single bonds between the same atoms due to stronger attractions.
- Covalent radii increase down a group.
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Explore the fascinating world of Lewis diagrams, which visually represent the valence electrons in various chemical bonds. This quiz covers covalent and ionic compounds, illustrating key examples like H2O, NaCl, and CO2. Test your understanding of the octet rule and bonding through this engaging quiz on chemical structures.
