Basic Chemistry and Atomic Structure Vocabulary

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and definitions related to atomic structure, chemical bonds, and elements based on the provided lecture notes.

Atom

Small pieces that make up all matter in the universe.

Compound

A specific type of molecules made of two or more different elements.

Covalent bonds

Bonding of elements through the sharing of electrons.

Electron

Part of an atom that has a negative charge.

Element

Substances made up of only one type of atom.

Hydrogen bonds

Bonding between polar molecules.

Ion

A charge gained due to losing or gaining an electron.

Ionic bonds

Bonding of elements through giving and taking electrons.

Isotope

An element that has the same number of protons and electrons, but different number of neutrons.

Molecule

Is a group of two or more atoms that are bonded to each other.

Neutron

Part of an atom that has no charge/is neutral.

Octet rule

The desire to have a full energy level, usually 2 or 8.

Proton

Part of an atom that has a positive charge.