Ionic vs Covalent Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
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Ionic
A
The transfer of electrons between a metal & nonmetal.
2
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Covalent
A
The share of electrons between two non-metals.
3
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What is a Ionic Bond?
A
They are formed between two or more atoms by the transfer of one or more electrons between atoms.
4
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What is a Covalent Bond?
A
A chemical bond that occurs when atoms share electrons to achieve stability.
5
Q
What is the name of Mg3N2
A
Magnesium Nitride
6
Q
What is the name for CaCI2
A
Calcium Chloride
7
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What are the prefixes of Covalent Compounds?
A
Mono, di, tri, tetra, penta, hexa, hepta, octa, nona, and deca.
8
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What is the name of NBr3?
A
Nitrogen Tribromide
9
Q
What is the name of Be2O
A
Beryllium Oxide
10
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Why are prefixes needed for naming covalent compounds?
A
To indicate the numbers of atomic in the molecular formula
