C2 : Covalent Bonding 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is covalent bonding
A
When 2 non-metals bond together, a covalent bond is a shared pair of electrons
1 pair = 2 electrons
2 pairs = 4 electrons
2
Q
What is covalent bonding
A
When 2 non-metals bond together
3
Q
What is an energy level diagram
A
A diagram to show the covalent bonding of 2 non - metals where the circles are shown
Dot cross diagrams show the electrons but don’t show the energy levels
4
Q
What are the 3 ways of representing covalent bonds
A
Stick diagram
Energy level diagram
Dot cross diagram
