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covalent and ionic bonds

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When an atom loses an electron, it becomes ___.

an ion

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Give one property of an ionic compound.

crystal structure, conducts heat and electricity, high boiling point

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How do we draw a bond between two atoms?

two dots (electrons) or a dash line

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In the chemical formula for hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) what do the 2's mean?

There are 2 hydrogen atoms and 2 oxygen atoms in it

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The electrons involved in bonding are ___ electrons.

valence

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A covalent bond in which electrons are shared unequally is ___.

a polar bond

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How many electrons make an atom "happy"?

8

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What is the chemical name for the compound Na2S?

Sodium sulfide

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Which of these is a property of ionic compounds?

low melting point

low boiling point

brittle

cannot conduct electricity

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How does a covalent bond hold two atoms together?

The nucleus of the atom is positive and the electrons of the other atom is negative, they attract to each other

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Give a reason for why water and oil don't mix.

Water is polar and oil is nonpolar

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Stainless steel and bronze are examples of ___.

an alloy

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The attraction between a positive metal ion and the electrons surrounding it is ___.

a metallic bond

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When an atom gains an electron, it becomes ___.

Negative

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When electrons are transferred between two atoms, a ___ bond is formed.

Ionic

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What is one advantage of using an alloy instead of a pure metal?

stronger, resists corrosion, not as bendable

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