Ch. 2 The Chemistry of Life

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Ch. 2 The Chemistry of Life

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2장, 문제 4

Explain the difference between an ionic and a covalent bond.

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Understand that chemical bonds are interactions between atoms that allow them to form molecules or compounds. The two main types of bonds are ionic and covalent.

Learn that an ionic bond occurs when one atom transfers electrons to another atom, resulting in the formation of charged particles called ions. The atom that loses electrons becomes a positively charged ion (cation), while the atom that gains electrons becomes a negatively charged ion (anion).

Recognize that ionic bonds are typically formed between metals and nonmetals. For example, sodium (Na) and chlorine (Cl) form an ionic bond to create sodium chloride (NaCl). The electrostatic attraction between the oppositely charged ions holds them together.

Understand that a covalent bond occurs when two atoms share electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration. This type of bond typically forms between nonmetals. For example, two hydrogen atoms (H) share electrons to form a molecule of hydrogen gas (H₂).

Compare the two types of bonds: Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons and the formation of ions, while covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons. Ionic bonds tend to form crystalline structures and are often soluble in water, whereas covalent bonds form molecules and may not dissolve in water as easily.

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Ionic Bond

An ionic bond is a type of chemical bond formed through the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions. This occurs when one atom donates an electron to another, resulting in the formation of a positively charged cation and a negatively charged anion. Ionic bonds typically form between metals and nonmetals, leading to the creation of ionic compounds, which often have high melting and boiling points.

Covalent Bond

A covalent bond is formed when two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons, allowing each atom to attain a stable electron configuration. This type of bond usually occurs between nonmetals and can result in the formation of molecules. Covalent bonds can be single, double, or triple, depending on the number of shared electron pairs, and they generally have lower melting and boiling points compared to ionic bonds.

Electronegativity

Electronegativity is a measure of an atom's ability to attract and hold onto electrons in a chemical bond. It plays a crucial role in determining the type of bond that will form between two atoms. In ionic bonds, there is a significant difference in electronegativity between the two atoms, leading to electron transfer, while in covalent bonds, the electronegativity values are similar, resulting in electron sharing.

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a. H₂O _________

b. LiI _________

c. C₁₀H₂₂ _________

d. N₂ _________

e. MgBr₂ _________

f. H₂S _________

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