Chemistry SL
6
Chapters
243
Notes
Chapter 1 - Models Of The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Chapter 2 - Models Of Bonding & Structure
Chapter 3 - Classification Of Matter
Chapter 4 - What Drives Chemical Reactions?
Chapter 5 - How Much, How Fast & How Far?
Chapter 6 - What Are The Mechanisms Of Chemical Change?
Chemistry SL
Chapter 2 - Models Of Bonding & Structure
Unlocking Atomic Bonds: Dive Into Ionic, Covalent & Metallic Structures
420 words
3 mins read
Last edited on 5th Nov 2024
Table of content
Atoms & bonding - a friendly connection!🧪
- Atoms: Like friends at a party, atoms love to hang out together. They rarely go solo. You'll find them connected with other atoms, either the same type or different ones.
- Different Arrangements, Different Properties: Depending on how atoms are bonded, they have unique personalities (or properties). Imagine if your friends held hands in a circle, and then a line; you've created different shapes with different characteristics. That's what atoms do, too!
- Real-world Example: 78% of the air you breathe is nitrogen (N2). But the nitrogen in the air isn't enough for plants. Farmers use nitrogenous fertilizers, where nitrogen has a different structure and bonding. It's like using special dance moves to help crops grow!
Types of bonds - the triple treat!🎨
- Ionic Bonds
- What it is: Like magnets, ionic bonds connect atoms with opposite charges.
- Structure: Ionic structure.
- Real-world Example: Salt (NaCl) - The sodium gives away an electron to chlorine, and they stick together like best buddies.
- Covalent Bonds
- What it is: Atoms share electrons, like sharing candy with a friend.
- Structure: Molecular covalent or covalent network.
- Real-world Example: Water (H2O) - Oxygen and hydrogen share electrons, making a refreshing drink!
- Metallic Bonds
- What it is: Think of a sea of electrons floating around atoms, holding them together.
- Structure: Metallic structure.
- Real-world Example: Gold jewelry - Gold atoms bond with "free" electrons, creating that shiny ring on your finger!
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Chemistry SL
Chapter 2 - Models Of Bonding & Structure
Unlocking Atomic Bonds: Dive Into Ionic, Covalent & Metallic Structures
420 words
3 mins read
Last edited on 5th Nov 2024
Table of content
Atoms & bonding - a friendly connection!🧪
- Atoms: Like friends at a party, atoms love to hang out together. They rarely go solo. You'll find them connected with other atoms, either the same type or different ones.
- Different Arrangements, Different Properties: Depending on how atoms are bonded, they have unique personalities (or properties). Imagine if your friends held hands in a circle, and then a line; you've created different shapes with different characteristics. That's what atoms do, too!
- Real-world Example: 78% of the air you breathe is nitrogen (N2). But the nitrogen in the air isn't enough for plants. Farmers use nitrogenous fertilizers, where nitrogen has a different structure and bonding. It's like using special dance moves to help crops grow!
Types of bonds - the triple treat!🎨
- Ionic Bonds
- What it is: Like magnets, ionic bonds connect atoms with opposite charges.
- Structure: Ionic structure.
- Real-world Example: Salt (NaCl) - The sodium gives away an electron to chlorine, and they stick together like best buddies.
- Covalent Bonds
- What it is: Atoms share electrons, like sharing candy with a friend.
- Structure: Molecular covalent or covalent network.
- Real-world Example: Water (H2O) - Oxygen and hydrogen share electrons, making a refreshing drink!
- Metallic Bonds
- What it is: Think of a sea of electrons floating around atoms, holding them together.
- Structure: Metallic structure.
- Real-world Example: Gold jewelry - Gold atoms bond with "free" electrons, creating that shiny ring on your finger!
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