4.3.2 - Covalent Bond
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Define a covalent bond.
💡 Hint: Think about how these atoms interact to achieve stability.
Give an example of a covalent compound.
💡 Hint: Recall a common liquid that contains hydrogen and oxygen.
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What is a covalent bond?
💡 Hint: Recall how covalent bonds function.
True or False: Covalent compounds typically conduct electricity.
💡 Hint: Think about the properties of ionic vs. covalent bonds.
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If a carbon atom forms four covalent bonds, what is the molecular geometry of the resulting molecules? Explain your reasoning.
💡 Hint: Consider the number of electron domains around the carbon atom.
Explain the difference in physical properties between covalent substances like water and ionic substances like sodium chloride.
💡 Hint: Think about the nature of the bonds and how they affect the compounds.
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