2.2 - Types of Chemical Bonds
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Define ionic bonding.
💡 Hint: Think about how atoms achieve stability.
What is a cation?
💡 Hint: Consider which type of ion carries a negative charge.
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What type of bond is formed by the transfer of electrons?
💡 Hint: Remember which atom types usually cause electrons to transfer.
True or False: Covalent bonds can only be formed between metals.
💡 Hint: Think about the types of elements involved in each bond.
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A compound is formed when magnesium donates two electrons to oxygen. Identify the type of bond and explain your reasoning.
💡 Hint: Consider how many electrons magnesium has to lose compared to how many oxygen needs.
In a molecule of nitrogen (N2), how many pairs of electrons are shared? What type of bond is formed?
💡 Hint: Recall how bond types vary with the number of shared pairs.
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