5.2 Bonds Flashcards
1
Q
What happens to electrons in an ionic bond
A
An electron is taken from one atom and moved to the stronger atom
2
Q
What happens to electrons in a covalent bond
A
Electrons are shared between the two atoms
3
Q
What is polar vs non polar bonds
A
A bond is polar when one atom has a much stronger pull on the electrons than the other atom
4
Q
What type of bond would be formed between two chlorine atoms
A
A non polar covalent bond
5
Q
How does electronegativity decide the bond between atoms
A
More of a difference in the electronegativity will decide if it is a polar or non polar bond
6
Q
Is the bond between Chlorine and Lithium polar or non polar
A
It is polar
