Unit 6 - Chemical Bonds Review

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    NaCl is the chemical formula for what?

    • Sodium chloride
    • Sodium metal
    • Water
    • Chlorine gas
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In chemistry, a bond is a lasting attraction between atoms that allows for the formation of chemical compounds, resulting from the electrostatic force of attraction between atoms with opposite charges. What else do you know about chemical bonds?

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  • 2. 

    A chemical bond occurs when atoms lose, gain, or share electrons.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    A chemical bond occurs when atoms lose, gain, or share electrons. This statement is true because chemical bonding involves the interaction between atoms, where they either transfer or share electrons to achieve a stable electron configuration. In ionic bonding, atoms lose or gain electrons to form ions, while in covalent bonding, atoms share electrons to complete their outer electron shells. Therefore, the statement accurately describes the concept of chemical bonding.

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  • 3. 

    Compounds containing polyatomic ions can have both ionic and covalent bonds.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Compounds containing polyatomic ions can have both ionic and covalent bonds because polyatomic ions are groups of atoms that are covalently bonded together, but as a whole, they carry a net charge and behave as a single unit in ionic compounds. The covalent bonds within the polyatomic ion hold the atoms together, while the ionic bond is formed between the polyatomic ion and other ions in the compound. This dual nature of bonding allows compounds with polyatomic ions to have characteristics of both ionic and covalent compounds.

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  • 4. 

    In a covalent bond, electrons are _____.

    • Lost

    • Gained

    • Shared

    • Destroyed

    Correct Answer
    A. Shared
    Explanation
    In a covalent bond, electrons are shared between two atoms. This means that both atoms contribute electrons to the bond, creating a stable arrangement. This sharing of electrons allows both atoms to achieve a full outer electron shell, resulting in a more stable and lower energy state.

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  • 5. 

    The iodine ion (1-) carries what type of charge?

    • Positive

    • Neutral

    • Negative

    • Both

    Correct Answer
    A. Negative
    Explanation
    The iodine ion (1-) carries a negative charge. This is because it has gained one electron, resulting in an excess of negatively charged particles compared to positively charged particles. Therefore, the overall charge of the iodine ion is negative.

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  • 6. 

    Compounds have properties unlike those of the elements.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Compounds have properties unlike those of the elements because compounds are formed by the combination of two or more elements in fixed ratios, resulting in a new substance with different chemical and physical properties. This is due to the rearrangement of atoms and the formation of new chemical bonds in compounds, which leads to unique characteristics that are distinct from the individual elements. Therefore, it is true that compounds have properties unlike those of the elements.

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  • 7. 

    Neutral particles formed as a result of covalent bonding are called molecules.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Covalent bonding occurs when atoms share electrons to form a stable molecule. In this type of bonding, neutral particles called molecules are formed. Therefore, the statement that neutral particles formed as a result of covalent bonding are called molecules is true.

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  • 8. 

    Binary compounds are composed of ____ atoms.

    • One

    • Two

    • Many

    • Four

    Correct Answer
    A. Two
    Explanation
    Binary compounds are composed of two atoms. This is because binary compounds are formed when two different elements combine chemically. Each element contributes one atom to the compound, resulting in a total of two atoms. Therefore, the correct answer is "two".

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  • 9. 

    In a chemical formula, a subscript tells how many atoms of an element are in a unit of a compound.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    A subscript in a chemical formula is a number written below and to the right of an element's symbol, indicating the number of atoms of that element present in a unit of the compound. This is a fundamental concept in chemistry as it allows us to determine the ratio of different elements in a compound and understand its composition. Therefore, the statement that a subscript tells how many atoms of an element are in a unit of a compound is true.

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  • 10. 

    When writing the formula of a compound, the symbol of the element with the positive oxidation number comes first.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The explanation for the given correct answer is that when writing the formula of a compound, the symbol of the element with the positive oxidation number comes first. This is because in a compound, the element with the positive oxidation number is usually the cation, which is written first in the formula. The cation is the element that loses electrons and has a positive charge. Therefore, it is convention to write the symbol of the element with the positive oxidation number first in the formula.

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  • 11. 

    Compounds that are hydrates contain what ingredient?

    • Nitrogen

    • Water

    • Hydrogen chloride

    • Chlorine

    Correct Answer
    A. Water
    Explanation
    Compounds that are hydrates contain water as an ingredient. Hydrates are compounds that have water molecules trapped within their crystal structure. These water molecules are known as water of hydration. The presence of water in hydrates can affect their physical and chemical properties, such as solubility and stability. Therefore, the correct answer is water.

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  • 12. 

    When an atom's outer energy levels are not filled completely, the atom _____.

    • Is a noble gas

    • Is very stable

    • Can gain, lose, or share electrons

    • Cannot form a compound

    Correct Answer
    A. Can gain, lose, or share electrons
    Explanation
    When an atom's outer energy levels are not filled completely, the atom can gain, lose, or share electrons. This is because atoms with incomplete outer energy levels are typically unstable and seek to achieve a more stable configuration. They can do this by either gaining, losing, or sharing electrons with other atoms to complete their outer energy levels and achieve a more stable electron configuration. This process allows atoms to form compounds and participate in chemical reactions.

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  • 13. 

    The atom that contains the fewest electrons is ______.

    • Water

    • Hydrogen

    • Oxygen

    • Helium

    Correct Answer
    A. Hydrogen
    Explanation
    Hydrogen is the atom that contains the fewest electrons. It has only one electron in its outermost shell, making it the atom with the lowest number of electrons. Water, oxygen, and helium all have more than one electron in their outermost shells, so they contain more electrons than hydrogen.

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  • 14. 

    A covalent bond is the force of attraction between the opposite charges of the ions in an ionic compound.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    A covalent bond is the bond that forms between atoms when they share electrons.

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  • 15. 

    Because each noble gas has an outer energy level that is completely filled with electrons, these elements form chemical bonds easily.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Each noble gas has an outer energy level that is completely filled, these elements do not form chemical bonds easily.

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  • 16. 

    What is the difference between carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide?

    • Carbon monoxide has only one oxygen atom

    • Carbon dioxide has two carbon atoms

    • Carbon monoxide has two carbon atoms

    • Carbon dioxide has only one oxygen atom

    Correct Answer
    A. Carbon monoxide has only one oxygen atom
    Explanation
    Carbon monoxide (CO) is a compound composed of one carbon atom and one oxygen atom, while carbon dioxide (CO2) is composed of one carbon atom and two oxygen atoms. Therefore, the difference between carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide lies in the number of oxygen atoms present in each compound.

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  • 17. 

    When elements form bonds, it changes their _____ properties.

    • Mass

    • Chemical and physical

    • Physical

    • Chemical

    Correct Answer
    A. Chemical and physical
    Explanation
    When elements form bonds, it changes their chemical and physical properties. This is because bonding involves the sharing, transfer, or redistribution of electrons between atoms, which can result in changes in the arrangement and behavior of the atoms. These changes can affect various properties of the elements, such as their reactivity, stability, melting point, boiling point, conductivity, and so on. Therefore, the formation of bonds leads to alterations in both the chemical and physical characteristics of the elements involved.

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  • 18. 

    For an ion, the oxidation number is ______.

    • Always negative

    • Zero

    • The same charge as the ion

    • One less than the charge on the ion

    Correct Answer
    A. The same charge as the ion
    Explanation
    The oxidation number for an ion is always the same as the charge on the ion. This is because the oxidation number represents the number of electrons gained or lost by an atom when it forms an ion. The charge on the ion is determined by the gain or loss of electrons, so the oxidation number must be equal to the charge.

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  • 19. 

    Francium, which is the same chemical family as sodium, will carry what type of charge?

    • Both

    • Negative

    • Neutral

    • Positive

    Correct Answer
    A. Positive
    Explanation
    Francium belongs to the same chemical family as sodium, which is the alkali metals group. Alkali metals are known to have a tendency to lose one electron and form a positive charge. Therefore, Francium, being in the same family, will also carry a positive charge.

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  • 20. 

    What kind of charge does an ionic compound carry?

    • Unknown

    • Negative

    • Neutral

    • Positive

    Correct Answer
    A. Neutral
    Explanation
    An ionic compound carries a neutral charge because it is formed by the transfer of electrons between a metal and a non-metal. The metal loses electrons to become positively charged (cation), while the non-metal gains those electrons to become negatively charged (anion). The positive and negative charges balance each other out, resulting in an overall neutral charge for the compound.

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  • 21. 

    Chemical compounds are ____.

    • Always unstable

    • More stable than their individual elements

    • Less stable than their individual elements

    • Always stable

    Correct Answer
    A. More stable than their individual elements
    Explanation
    Chemical compounds are more stable than their individual elements because they are formed through chemical bonding, which involves the sharing or transfer of electrons. This bonding creates a more stable arrangement of atoms, allowing the compound to have lower energy and greater stability compared to the individual elements. The formation of chemical compounds often involves the attainment of a full outer electron shell, which is energetically favorable. Therefore, chemical compounds tend to be more stable than their constituent elements.

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  • 22. 

    An element that loses electrons when bonding with other atoms has a negative oxidation number.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    An element that loses electrons when bonding with other atoms has a positive oxidation number.

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  • 23. 

    In general, noble gases react with ____.

    • Nothing

    • Metals

    • Other noble gases

    • Water

    Correct Answer
    A. Nothing
    Explanation
    Noble gases are known for their stability and low reactivity due to their full outer electron shells. This means that they have no tendency to gain, lose, or share electrons with other elements, making them unreactive. Therefore, noble gases do not react with anything, hence the correct answer is "nothing".

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