Induction and Polar Covalent Bonds Flashcards
1
Q
What is electronegativity?
A
The ability of an atom to attract electrons within a bond
2
Q
How does electronegativity increase on the period table?
A
It increases to right as well as bottom to top.
3
Q
What is the most electronegative atom?
A
Fluorine
4
Q
What do atoms further apart generally have?
A
A greater difference of electronegativity
5
Q
What is the electronegative difference for covalent bonds?
A
Less than 0.5
6
Q
What is the electronegatiritydifference for polar covalent bonds?
A
Between 05 and 1.7
7
Q
What is the electro negativity difference for ionic bonds?
A
Greater than 1.7
