Cht 7-9 - Chemical Bonding, Names and Formulas

In this unit you will be able to:

1. Write the name and formula for the most common elements.
2. Distinguish between an element and a compound from its name and or formula.
3. Identify any element as a metal, nonmetal or semimetal and discuss the significance to the type of compound.
4. Distinguish between and ionic compound and a molecular compound from its name or formula.
5. Determine the polarity of a bond using electronegativity.
6. Predict the polarity of simple molecules.
7. State the octet rule and discuss its significance.
8. Describe the characteristics of covalent and ionic bonds.
9. Describe the difference molecules and crystalline solids.
10. Write names and formulas for ionic compounds, covalent compounds and acids.
11. Identify important and common chemicals by their chemical name and common name.
12. Discuss how the physical properties of a compound are affected by is structure.

Flashcards for the key terms and concepts for this unit can be found on quizlet.com and searching on knordy and then choosing the Chemistry 101 JHS course.