Ionic And Covalent Bonding

Question 1

In what way are the noble gases different to most other elements?

Answer 1

They are very stable and unreactive.

Question 2

To what feature of their electronic structures is the stability of the noble gases due?

Answer 2

Noble gases have eight electrons( an octet) in their outer level

Question 3

What is valency?

Answer 3

The number of bonds an atom forms when it reacts

Question 4

What is an ionic bond?

Answer 4

Electrostatic force of attraction between oppositely charged ions

Question 5

What is
(A) an ion
(B) a cation
(C) an anion

Answer 5

A) a charged atom that has an unequal number of protons and electrons
B) a positively charged ion
C) a negatively charged ion