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What is an ionic bond?

An ionic bond is an electrostatic interaction between a cation(positive) and an anion(negative). These bonds are formed when a metal forms a compound with a non-metal. Metals lose electrons and become cation...
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So, what actually is a mole?

A mole is simply a unit of measurement of any substance that contains as many atoms as there are in 12 grams of Carbon-12. Why Carbon-12? Carbon-12 is the standard by which we compare the mass of any other m...
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What is the difference between a covalent and ionic bond?

Covalent bonds are formed between two non-metals, while ionic bonds are formed between a metal and a non-metal. Both types of bonds involve forming complete outer electron shells. Covalent bond: This bond in...
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How can you increase the yield of product from a reaction?

Increase the temperature 2) Increase the concentration of reactants 3) Increase the surface area of the reactants 4) Use a catalyst 5) Remove the product as it's formed
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When chlorine is bubbled through potassium bromide solution, the solution turns orange. Explain this.

This is because the reaction taking place is a displacement reaction , meaning that one element is being displaced by another. So what is being displaced?: If you look at the periodic table, chlorine is more...
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