3.1.2 - Covalent Bonding

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a covalent bond?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about sharing to achieve stability.

Question 2

Easy

Define polar covalent bond.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider atoms that attract electrons differently.

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Question 1

What occurs during covalent bonding?

  • Electrons are transferred
  • Electrons are shared
  • Electrons are lost

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how non-metals bond.

Question 2

Are polar covalent bonds formed with equal electron sharing?

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember what makes a bond polar.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Design a molecule that features both polar and non-polar bonds. Explain its molecular behavior in terms of polarity and polarity-driven interactions with solvents.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Identify the electronegative atoms in the molecule.

Question 2

Examine a real-world example of a covalent compound and analyze its functionality and structure through intermolecular forces.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Reflect on the role of hydrogen bonds in water's unique properties.

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