Module 3 Flashcards
1
Q
Why do atoms form bonds
A
to lower their potential energy
2
Q
octet rule
A
must have 8 valence electrons
3
Q
ionic bond
A
transfer of electrons
4
Q
covalent bond
A
sharing electrons
5
Q
polar covalent bond
A
unequal sharing of electrons (toward more electronegative atom)
6
Q
nonpolar covalent bond
A
equal sharing of electrons (CH, C2, XX)
