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What are the differences between simple covalent and giant covalent bonding?

In terms of the structure, simple covalent substances are made up of molecules. These molecules are bonded together by a shared pair of electrons, which forms the strong covalent bond. Between molecules, wea...
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What is the structure of an atom?

Atoms are really tiny particles that make up all substances in the universe. An element is made of one type of atom. An atom has a small central nucleus made up of smaller sub-atomic particles called protons...
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What is the difference between an ionic and covalent bond?

Ionic: Metal and non Metal bond fomred , Metal DONATES an electron. electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions in a chemical compound Covalent: Bond between two non metals (similar electronegta...
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What are the differences between exothermic and endothermic reactions?

Reactions are all about the formation and the breaking of bonds between atoms. The formation of bonds within a system causes energy to be released whilst the breaking of bonds requires energy to be applied t...
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Name two types of chemical bonds and describe each type in terms of their bonding structure and properties

Ionic Bonding Ionic bonding occurs between positive ions (cations) and negative ions (anions), which are attracted to each other through their oppisite charges. The resulting compound is reffered to as an io...
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