Polarity + Electronegativity Flashcards
1
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Electronegativity
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The ability of an atom to attract the shared pair of electrons (electron density) in a covalent bond towards itself
2
Q
Factors that affect Electronegativity
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- nuclear charge
- atomic radius
- shielding
3
Q
Electronegativity trend across a group:
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- increases across a group
4
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Electronegativity down a period
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- Decreases down a period
5
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What properties cause a dipole bond to form
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The electronegativities of the elements are different
6
Q
What bond occurs when there is no dipole?
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pure covalent
7
Q
what bond occurs when there is a dipole?
A
polar covalent
8
Q
where will delta- go?
A
The more electronegative
9
Q
where will delta+ go?
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The least electronegative
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