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Chemical Bonding
Ch 13 Vocab
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Chemical bonding- | The combining of atoms to form molecules or ionic compounds. |
| Chemical bond- | An interaction that holds atoms or ions together. |
| Valence electrons- | An electron that is found in the outermost shell of an atom and that determines the atom's chemical properties. |
| Ionic bond- | A bond that forms when electrons are transferred from one atom to another, which results in a positive ion and a negative ion. |
| Ion- | A charged particle that forms when an atom or group of atoms gains or loses one or more electrons. |
| Crystal lattice- | The regular pattern in which a crystal is arranged. |
| Covalent bond- | A bond formed when |