Properties of Ionic Compounds and Introduction to Covalent Compounds

These flashcards cover key vocabulary related to ionic and covalent compounds, including definitions and properties important for understanding the concepts discussed in the lecture.

Ionic compound

A compound formed from ionic bonds, typically consisting of metals and nonmetals.

Covalent bond

A bond formed by sharing electrons between atoms.

Diatomic elements

Elements that are often found as covalent compounds with themselves, such as H2, O2, N2.

Polyprotic acid

An acid that can provide more than one H+ ion.

Molecule

A group of atoms held together by covalent bonds.

Bond length

Optimum distance between nuclei in a covalent bond.

Molecular compound

A compound that consists of molecules rather than ions.

Base

A substance that provides OH– ions in water.

Acid

A substance that provides H+ ions.

Electrical conductivity

The ability of a solution to conduct electricity due to the movement of ions.