Chemical Bonds Processes

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• Chemical bonds are the forces that hold atoms together to form molecules and compounds.
• Atoms form bonds to achieve a stable, full outer electron shell, typically following the octet rule.
• Ionic bonds form through the transfer of electrons from a metal to a nonmetal, creating oppositely charged ions that attract.
• Table salt (sodium chloride) is a common example of a substance held together by ionic bonds.
• Covalent bonds form when two nonmetals share valence electrons to fill their outer shells.
• Covalent bonds are the most common type of chemical bond found in organic materials like plastics, fabrics, and food.
• A polar covalent bond occurs when electrons are unequally shared between atoms, creating slightly positive and negative sides.
• Hydrogen bonds are intermolecular forces responsible for water's liquid state at room temperature and its ability to dissolve substances.
• Metallic bonding involves a 'sea of electrons' shared among metal atoms, enabling conductivity and structural strength.
• Chemical reactions involve the breaking of old bonds and the formation of new bonds, creating substances with different properties.