Chapter Four, Lesson Three: Covalent Bonds Flashcards
1
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covalent bond
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The chemical bond formed when 2 atoms share electrons is called a covalent bond.
2
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molecule
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A molecule is a neutral group of atoms joined by covalent bonds.
3
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double bond
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When atoms share 2 pairs of electrons, they form a double bond.
4
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triple bond
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When atoms share 3 pairs of electrons, they form a triple bond.
5
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molecular compound
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A molecular compound is a compound that is made up of molecules.
6
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nonpolar bond
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A covalent bond in which electrons are shared equally is a nonpolar bond.
7
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polar bond
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A covalent bond in which electrons are shared unequally is a polar bond.
