How Atoms Connect Flashcards
1
Q
What are the main types of atomic bonds?
A
Ionic, covalent, and metallic (e.g., NaCl, H2O, Fe)
2
Q
What is an ionic bond?
A
Bond formed by the transfers of electrons.
3
Q
What is a covalent bond?
A
A bond formed by the sharing of electrons
4
Q
What is a metallic bond?
A
A bond in which electrons are shares among many atoms.
5
Q
What is a molecular model?
A
A visual representation of a molecule’s structure.
