4.1.1.3.1 - Definition
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What is a chemical bond?
💡 Hint: Think about how atoms stick together.
What are valence electrons?
💡 Hint: These electrons are responsible for bonding.
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What drives atoms to form chemical bonds?
💡 Hint: Consider the need for a stable energy state.
True or False: Noble gases are reactive because they have electron shells that are not full.
💡 Hint: Think about the octet rule and noble gases.
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Explain how the electron configurations of magnesium and oxygen contribute to the formation of magnesium oxide.
💡 Hint: Think about electron transfer and stability.
How would the absence of valence electrons affect the ability of an atom to bond?
💡 Hint: Consider the role of valence electrons in bonding.
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