Unit 4 Flashcards
What are Molecular Compounds made of?
two or more nonmetals.
What are Covalent atoms made of?
Nonmetal + nonmetal
What are Acids made of?
Hydrogen + nonmetal
Which elements are exceptions to the octect rule?
Hydrogen (H)- only needs two
Boron (B)- only needs 6
Beryllium (Be) - only needs 4
What is the definition of Dipole?
Dipole: a molecule with 2 partially charged ends, or poles
Which type of repulsive forces are found in molecules?
Dipole-dipole forces. Dispersion forces. Van der waals forces.
Linear bond angle
180 degrees
Trigonal Planar bond angle
120 degrees
Tetrahedral
109.5 degrees
Trigonal bipyramidal
90, 120, 190 degrees
Octahedral
90 degrees
Ionic bonds
metal + nonmetal (or polyatomic ion)
What happens to electrons in an Ionic Bond?
Electrons are transfered to form a bond. (no sharing)
Ionic bonds have ______ melting points.
Ionic Bonds have high melting points.
What happens with electrons in Covalent Bonds?
Electrons are shared between non-metal atoms