Structure Formula
Pyramid
Structure formula
Trigonal planar
Covalent bonding occurs between ___ only.
Nonmetals
The theory that predicts molecular geometry is called ___.
VSEPR
Structure formula
Bent
The name for the chemical formula for a group of covalently bonded atoms.
Molecular
They type of bonding that involves a transfer of electrons
Ionic
A structure that is comprised of a repeating pattern of ions that is used to describe an ionic compound is called a ___.
crystal lattice
Covalent bonding involves a ___ of electrons.
Sharing
Ionic compounds do not conduct electricity in the ___ state.
Solid
The rule that says atoms will gain or lose electrons in order to obtain eight electrons in their outermost shell.
Octet
Structure formula
Linear
Covalent compounds have ___ melting points.
Low
Structure formula
Tetrahedral
The electrons located in the ___ energy level are responsible for bonding.
Outermost