Term
|
Definition
| Joining of atoms to form a new substance. A chemical bond is a force of attraction that holds two atoms together. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| The electrons in the outermost energy level of an atom. These electrons are used to form bonds. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| Electons are transferred between two atoms. The atom that loses electrons becomes a positive ion. The atom that gains electrons becomes a negative ion. The force of attraction between these oppositely charged ions is an ionic bond. |
|
|
Term
| Ionoic Bonds usually occure between... |
|
Definition
| Atoms of Metals and Nonmetals |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| Energy is needed to remove electrons from metal atoms to form positive ions. Energy is released when most non-metal atoms gain electrons to form negative ions. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| Electrons are shared by two atoms. The force of attraction between the nuclei of the atoms and the shared electrons is a covalent bond. Usually occurs between atoms of nonmetals. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| Make molecules. Molecules are the smallest particle of a compound with the chemical properties of the compound. |
|
|
