Covalent Bonding Flashcards
1
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What is covalent bonding?
A
Occurs between atoms of two non-metals and is formed when an electron is shared
2
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What is meant by a dative covalent bond
A
When both sharing electrons come from one atom
3
Q
What is meant by lone pairs?
A
A non-binding pair of electrons
4
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Example of a lone pair
A
An ammonium ion contains a dative bond. When ammonia reacts with hydrochloric acid, a hydrogen ion from the acid is transferred to the ammonia molecule. A lone pair of electrons on the nitrogen atom forms a dative covalent bond with the hydrogen ion.
5
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What is meant by an Organic compound?
A
A compound that contains one or more carbons in a carbon chain
6
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Example of an organic compound
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Carbon makes four covalent bonds, so it forms many compounds, which are called organic compounds
