Identify ionic and covalent compounds Flashcards
What type of bond is formed when electrons are transferred from one atom to another?
Ionic bond
True or False: Covalent compounds typically have high melting and boiling points.
False
Fill in the blank: Ionic compounds are usually formed between a _____ and a nonmetal.
metal
Which of the following is an example of a covalent compound? a) NaCl b) CO2 c) MgO
CO2
What is the general property of ionic compounds in terms of conductivity?
Ionic compounds conduct electricity when dissolved in water.
True or False: Covalent bonds involve the sharing of electron pairs between atoms.
True
Identify whether the following is ionic or covalent: H2O.
Covalent
What is the primary characteristic of ionic compounds in solid form?
They form crystalline structures.
Which of the following ions would most likely form an ionic bond with chlorine? a) K+ b) N3- c) O2-
K+
Define a covalent compound.
A compound formed by the sharing of electrons between nonmetal atoms.