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Octet rule |
This is an atom that tends to combine in such a way that each have eight electrons in their valence shells, giving them the same electronic configuration as a noble gas (which are inert). |
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Ionic bond |
Positive and negative ions attract each other, forming...? |
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Covalent bonds |
What is it called when some atoms form molecules by sharing pairs of electrons? |
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Nonpolar covalent bond |
What is it called when two atoms share electrons equally. |
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Polar covalent bond |
What is it called when two different atoms form and share electrons unequally. (electrons being held closer to one atom then to the other.) |
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Dipole |
What is it called when a molecule has a polar covalent bond and the distribution of charge is unequal, so that the molecule has a positive and a negative end. |
