11. Bonding & Molecular Structure

Which statement best describes the difference between the bonds in salt (NaCl) and chlorine gas (Cl_2)?

The partial negative charge in a molecule of water occurs because:

How does a polar covalent bond differ from a nonpolar covalent bond?

Why does the electron in a hydrogen atom remain close to the proton in the nucleus?

Classify the following compounds as having covalent or ionic bonds: NaCl, H2O, CO2, and MgO.

Which type of chemical bond is present in potassium oxide (K2O)?

In a single covalent bond between two atoms, how many electrons are shared?

Why do elements form compounds?

Most metals have high melting points. Which type of bonding accounts for this property?

What type of chemical bonds are formed when electrons are shared equally between atoms?

Which of the following best describes the main difference between an ionic bond and a covalent bond?

Which statement is NOT true about covalent bonds?

How many electrons are shared between two atoms in a double covalent bond?

Water consists of one oxygen atom joined to two hydrogen atoms by what type of bonds?

Why do atoms bond with each other?