Structure and bonding key words

Question 1

Atom

Answer 1

The smallest particle of an element

Question 2

Molecule

Answer 2

Two or more atoms held together by covalent bonds

Question 3

Ion

Answer 3

Charged particle formed by the loss or gain of electrons

Question 4

Covalent bond

Answer 4

Thee electrostatic attraction between a a shared pair of electrons and the nuclei of atoms involved.

Question 5

Metallic bonding

Answer 5

Electrostatic attraction between positive metal ions and the sea of delocalised electrons

Question 6

Ionic bonding

Answer 6

The strong electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged particles.

Question 7

Intermolecular attraction

Answer 7

Weak forces of attraction between separate covalent molecules

Question 8

Electrolyte

Answer 8

Substances that conducts electricity when molten or in a solution and breaks down to give new substances

Question 9

How are ionic bonds formed?

Answer 9

The transfer of outer electrons from metal atoms to non-metal atoms forming positive ions and negative ions and they are formed between metals and non metals