4 - Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure
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Define chemical bonding.
💡 Hint: Consider what keeps molecules intact.
What is the octet rule?
💡 Hint: Think about how noble gases behave.
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What is a covalent bond?
💡 Hint: Think about how two non-metals interact.
True or False: Ionic compounds usually have low melting points.
💡 Hint: Consider the strength of the bond in ionic compounds.
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Design a molecule that includes a covalent bond and an ionic bond. Explain how these bonds form within your molecule.
💡 Hint: Think about how the atoms in NH₄⁺ share electrons and how it pairs with Cl⁻.
Given the elements Sodium (Na) and Chlorine (Cl), explain how the properties of NaCl are determined by its ionic bonds.
💡 Hint: Consider the arrangement of ions in a solid state.
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