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What are Ionic Bonds?
Ionic bonds are formed through the transfer of electrons from one atom to another, resulting in charged ions that attract each other.
What are Covalent Bonds?
Covalent bonds occur when two atoms share one or more pairs of electrons, allowing them to attain the electron configuration of a noble gas.
What are Metallic Bonds?
Metallic bonds are formed between metal atoms where electrons are shared in a 'sea of electrons', allowing for conductivity and malleability.
What are Formal Charges?
Formal charges are theoretical charges assigned to atoms in a molecule, calculated based on the number of valence electrons and the electrons assigned in the Lewis structure.
What is the electron pair arrangement?
The electron pair arrangement refers to the spatial distribution of electron pairs around a central atom in a molecule, influencing its geometry.
What are hybrid orbitals?
Hybrid orbitals are formed when atomic orbitals mix to create new orbitals that are better suited for bonding in molecules.
What does 'electron rich' mean?
'Electron rich' refers to regions in a molecule where there is an abundance of electrons, often resulting in nucleophilic properties.
What does 'electron deficient' mean?
'Electron deficient' refers to regions in a molecule that have less electron density, making them prone to accepting electrons or acting as electrophiles.
What is a skeleton structure?
A skeleton structure is a simplified representation of a molecule that shows only the connectivity between the atoms and the arrangement of bonds.
How do you determine bond types?
Bond types can be determined by analyzing the difference in electronegativity between atoms: large differences indicate ionic bonds, moderate differences indicate polar covalent bonds, and small or no differences indicate nonpolar covalent bonds.
What is the significance of electron pair arrangement in molecules?
Electron pair arrangement influences molecular geometry, determining the shape and spatial orientation of the molecule, which affects its reactivity and properties.
