Covalent Bonding Flashcards
1
Q
What is covalent bonding?
A
Non-metal atoms bonding together that share pairs of electrons to make covalent bonds
2
Q
When does covalent bonding occur?
A
- between non-metals
- in solids, liquids and gases (at room temperature)
3
Q
How are covalent bonds represented?
A
Dot and cross diagrams
4
Q
Why don’t covalent bonds conduct electricity?
A
Electrons are shared to complete the outer shell
They can’t move so therefore cannot conduct
5
Q
What are the bonds between atoms like?
A
Strong covalent bonds
6
Q
What is released when bonds form?
A
Energy, making bonds more stable
7
Q
What 2 types of structures are there in covalent bonding?
A
- giant covalent
- simple molecular
