14 Questions
What is the main difference between ionic and covalent bonds?
The way electrons are shared or transferred between atoms
What is the Octet Rule in Lewis dot structures?
An atom is stabilized by having its valence energy level filled with 8 electrons
What type of bond is formed between a metal and a nonmetal?
Ionic bond
What is the purpose of Lewis dot structures?
To represent the valence electrons of an atom
What is the difference between valence electrons and other electrons in an atom?
Only valence electrons participate in chemical bonding
What is the result of an atom having its valence energy level filled with 8 electrons?
The atom is stabilized
What type of bond is formed between two nonmetals?
Covalent bond
What is the purpose of the Octet Rule in bonding?
To ensure an atom has a full valence energy level
What happens when an anion is formed?
It gains electrons
What is the result of the reaction between lithium and fluorine atoms?
An ionic bond is formed
What is the term for a positively charged ion?
Cation
What is the term for a negatively charged ion?
Anion
What is the characteristic of an ionic bond?
Electrons are transferred from one atom to another
What is the name of the compound formed between lithium and fluorine?
Lithium fluoride
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