terms and definitions Flashcards
1
Q
electronegativity
chapter 4, 10
A
the ability of an atom to attract electrons in a covalent bond
2
Q
ionization energy (IE)
chapter 2, 10
A
the energy required to remove 1 mole of electrons from 1 mole of gaseous atoms
*mentioning 1 mole is important
3
Q
thermal decomposition
chapter 11
A
the breakdown of a compound by heat into two or more different substances
