Covalent Bonds, Lewis Formulas, Octet Rule Flashcards
1
Q
Sharing two electrons by two hydrogen atoms permits _
A
Each one to have a stable closed shell configuration
2
Q
stable closed shell configuration of H:H analogous to
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He
3
Q
H:H have 2 electrons and 2 protons like
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He
4
Q
Amount of energy required to dissociate a hydrogen molecule H:H is its _
A
Bond dissociation Enthalpy
5
Q
Main contributor to the strength of the covalent bond of H2 is the _ exerted on its two electrons
A
Increased Coulombic force
6
Q
Each hydrogen atom feels _ rather than one in an isolated hydrogen atom (increased Coulombic)
A
Attractive force of two nuclei
7
Q
With four valence electrons, carbon normally forms
A
Four covalent bonds
8
Q
In addition to C-H bonds, most organic compounds contain covalent _ bonds
A
C-C
