Answers for Molecules and Structures Quick Check U3 L3
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Q: What is the difference between an atom and a molecule?
A: Well, an atom is like the basic building block of matter, the tiny Lego piece if you will. And a molecule is like a fancy Lego structure made up of a bunch of atoms stuck together. So, you can think of an atom as a solo player and a molecule as a party of atoms having a good time!
Q: What is a chemical bond?
A: Ah, chemical bonds, the ultimate matchmakers of the molecular world! It's like they have the power of Cupid. Chemical bonds are the forces that hold atoms together in a molecule, creating that special bond between them. It's all about sharing electrons and getting cozy with each other. Talk about chemistry!
Q: What determines the type of bond that forms between atoms?
A: Well, it's like a cosmic tango, my friend. The type of bond that forms between atoms depends on how much they wanna share. If they're feeling generous and decide to share electrons equally, it's a nonpolar covalent bond. But if one atom is being a bit of a hog and keeps the electrons to itself, it's a polar covalent bond. And when atoms decide to just give away electrons, it's an ionic bond. It's all about finding the right dance partner!
Q: What is a Lewis structure?
A: Ah, the art of molecular doodling! A Lewis structure is like a blueprint that shows how atoms are connected together in a molecule. It's named after Gilbert Lewis, the grand master of molecular doodling. With Lewis structures, you can draw cute little dots representing valence electrons and connect the dots to show the bonds between atoms. It's like drawing a molecular stick figure!
Q: What is electronegativity?
A: Electronegativity, ah, the popularity contest of the atomic world! It's like how much an atom craves attention from electrons. The more electronegative an atom is, the more it wants to hog those electrons and be the center of attention. It's like the diva of the atomic world. So, you can say electronegativity measures an atom's "me, me, me" attitude towards electrons!