Chemical bonding is an important part of everyday life. The things that make
life easier are all products of chemical bonding.
Chapter 1
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Order Among Elements in the
Periodic Table
Have you been to a high school chemistry laboratory? If yes, then you might have
noticed a chart with different colors and symbols hanging on the wall. This is called the
Periodic Table of Elements. The Periodic Table is actually a work of great scientists whose
curiosity of arranging the numerous known elements in a logical manner is never-ending.
The Periodic Table could actually be compared with a library. Books in a library are
arranged logically in such a way that books of the same content are in the same division
making it easier for you to find the book that you are looking for.
Do you wonder why the elements in the Periodic Table are arranged in such way?
In this chapter, we will be discussing the bases of such arrangement and we will find the
answer to the following questions:
Why are the elements in the Periodic Table named and given a symbol in such
way?
Who are the great minds behind the Periodic Table?
How can we use the Periodic Table to predict the chemical behavior of an
element?
How is the valence electron of elements related to their group number in the
Periodic Table?
What are the trends and periodic variation of the elements in the Periodic
Table?
What are the properties and uses of each group of elements in the Periodic
Table?
Why is it important for us to know the properties of elements and their
application to the environment and modern technologies? and
Lesson 1
Why are the Elements in the Periodic Table
Named and Given a Symbol in Such Way?
Do and Discover
Whiz Quest
Table 3.1 Some elements, their symbol and the origin of their name
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Element Symbol Origin
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Argon Ar Greek word argos, inactive
Californium Cf California
Curium Cm Pierre and Marie Curie
Fermium Fm Enrico Fermi
Magnesium Mg Latin word magnesia
Polonium Po Poland
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As you can observe in the Periodic Table, most of the elements have a
single letter symbol or a double letter symbol where the first letter is
always capitalized. Most of the symbols of elements are derived from their
English names but some others are derived from words from early
civilization languages. Below are some examples of some elements and
their corresponding symbols.
Application
Are you familiar with the game bingo? What if you replace the numbers
in the bingo card with chemical symbols of elements? Then well have a
chemical symbol bingo! Your task now is to create your own symbo-card and
choose the chemical symbol of your choice then your teacher will facilitate
the chemical symbol bingo. Below is a sample symbo-card.
W Mg C Cl K
Fre
H Ne Kr Hg
e
Li Cr Na P Sb
Pd Si B Cs O
Science Link
Web Trips
Lets see how well you are familiar with the symbols of the elements,
do the chemical symbol quiz at:
http://www.fordhamprep.org/gcurran/sho/sho/students/classof03/mcenc3.htm
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At the beginning of the lesson, you have explored your Periodic Table
by focusing on the name and symbol of elements. Now, try completing the
table below by supplying it with either the name or symbol of the element
without looking at your Periodic Table.
Lesson 2
Do and Discover
While you are reading the Whiz Quest, focus your attention on the
name of the scientist and his contribution to the development of the Periodic
Table. Jot down your notes on the table below.
Scientist Contribution
Hennig Brand
Antoine Lavoisier
John Dalton
Johann Dobereiner
Beguyer De
Chancourtois
John Newlands
Lothar Meyer
Dmitri Mendeleev
Clemens Winkler
Henry Moseley
Glenn Seaborg
Whiz Quest
The Periodic Table you have right now is actually a long time in the
making. It continuously evolves as new ideas arrived. These new ideas
arouse from great minds of scientists.
Before the idea of arranging the elements into a Periodic Table comes
up to, people were aware of some of the elements in the Periodic Table, such
as gold, silver, copper, lead, tin, and mercury. In 1649, Hennig Brand, a
German alchemist discovered the element phosphorus through scientific
inquiry. It was the first element ever discovered. Years past, scientists get
interested of discovering more and more elements and thats why the need
to arrange it in a logical manner awakens.
The quest for arranging the elements in a logical manner started with
French chemist-physicist Antoine Lavoisier in 1789 when he arranged the
elements into groups of simple substances which will not decompose by any
means. Following Lavoisiers concept of chemical element, in 1808-1827,
John Dalton, an English chemist-physicist, published his New System of
Chemical Philosophy wherein he calculated the first relative masses of atoms
and compounds. His idea was disputed, but, in the long run atomic masses
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would provide the key means of organizing the elements into the Periodic
Table. Between 1817-1829, a German chemist, Johann Dobereiner,
proposes the Law of Triads in arranging the periodic table. He noticed that
the atomic mass of strontium (87.62) was halfway between the masses of
calcium (40.08) and barium (137.33). These elements possessed similar
chemical properties. But his law was not applicable to other elements. In
1862, a French geologist, Beguyer De Chancourtois arranged the
elements by increasing atomic mass. He placed his arrangement in a
cylinder and divided it into 16 parts, which was based on the atomic mass of
oxygen. He called this as telluric screw. It was the first ever geometric
representation of the periodic law. In 1863, an English chemist, John
Newlands proposes the Law of Octaves in arranging the periodic table. He
noticed that when the first 20 elements were arranged in increasing atomic
masses, there will be similarities in the properties of the first and the eighth
element in the period. But this law was no longer applicable after the
element calcium.
Application
Different scientists has hes own model of the Periodic Table. Imagine
you are a scientist and you are part of the great minds behind the Periodic
Table. How would you arrange the elements in the Periodic Table? Draw your
skeletal model of the Periodic Table below and explain.
In alchemy, there are only four basic elements, namely, earth, water,
fire and air so the idea of arranging the elements doesnt come up to during
these times.
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Lesson 3
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How Can We Use the Periodic Table to
Predict the Chemical Behavior of an Element?
Do and Discover
Whiz Quest
As you look at your Periodic Table, you are actually looking at a lot of
information. We said in lesson 2 that the Periodic Table is arranged in
increasing atomic number. Did you notice that in your Periodic Table? Other
than the atomic number, your Periodic Table also gives you the atomic mass
of the element. Of course, the name and symbol of the elements are
incorporated in the Periodic Table also. Some other Periodic Table provides
you with other information such as its physical properties.
Exploring your Periodic Table again, you could actually notice that
elements are arranged vertically and horizontally. The vertical column
arrangement of the elements is called group or family, while the vertical
row arrangement of the elements is called period or series. Each group of
elements exhibits similarities in physical and chemical properties while each
period of elements exhibits varying physical and chemical properties.
Application
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Just like Group VIIIA is also called Noble Gases or Inert Gases, some
groups in the Periodic Table are given special names due to its physical and
or chemical properties. Group IA is also called Alkali Metals. Group IIA is also
called Alkaline Earth Metals. Group VIA is also called Chalcogens. Group VIIA
are also called Halogens. Group IB are also called Coinage Group. Some
other groups are named with the top most element in the group, just like
group IIIA is named Boron group, IVA is named Carbon group and VA is
named as Nitrogen group. In the preceding lessons we will be discussing the
properties of each group of elements and why they are named as such.
Try practicing your knowledge about the parts of the Periodic Table on
this site:
http://www.mhhe.com/physsci/physical/tillery/tutorialtest/Elements/ElemFra.html
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Whiz Quest
Elements in the Periodic Table are also arranged according to the type
of block they belong. The blocks in the Periodic Table are classified as s-, p-,
d- and f-blocks respectively. Figure 3.4 shows the locations of the blocks in
the Periodic Table.
Table 3.5 General formula for the valence electron of element per group
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Group Number Valence Electron
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IA ns1
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IIA ns2
IIIA ns2np1
IVA ns2np2
VA ns2np3
VIA ns2np4
VIIA ns2np5
VIIIA ns2np6
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We can recall that groups IA and IIA belong to the s-block, where group
IA has incompletely filled s subshells while group IIA has completely filled s
subshells. On the other hand, groups IIIA to VIIIA belong to p-block, where
groups IIIA to VIIA have incompletely filled p subshells while group VIIIA has
completely filled p subshells.
Let us now examine some of the elements from the d-block. Look the
table below.
Application
Did you see the graphic organizer in figure 3.4? Do you think it will be
a great help if you will be using graphic organizer to memorize the blocks in
the periodic table? Your task now is to cut-out a skeletal framework of the
periodic table and indicate the location of the blocks in the periodic table.
You may use figure 3.4 as your guide in doing your graphic organizer.
Science Link
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Lets see how well you are familiar with the blocks in the Periodic Table,
take the quiz at:
http://www.softschools.com/manage/themes/knowledgetest;jsessionid=awOZ
4n1CJfa4 .
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Do and Discover
Whiz Quest
We have seen in the previous lessons how the elements in the Periodic
Table are arranged. In this lesson we will be dealing with another set of ideas
on how the elements in the Periodic Table are arranged, that is, with regards
to trends and periodic variation of elements.
Atomic Radius
Atomic Radius is one-half the distance between the two nuclei in two
adjacent identical atoms and is measured in terms of picometer (pm). Atomic
radius could either be metallic radius or covalent radius. Metallic radius
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is a term used for the atomic radius of metallic elements while covalent
radius is a term used for the atomic radius of nonmetallic elements. Figure
3.5 illustrates the concept of atomic radius.
As you can see from table, the larger the value of the valence electron
(the underlined part of the electron configuration), the larger is the nuclear
charge of the atom and the smaller is its atomic radius.
Figure 3.8 shows some example cations and anions and their ionic
radius.
Electron Affinity
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Electron Affinity is the energy change when an atom in its ground
state gains an electron forming an anion and is usually measured in terms of
kilojoules per mole (kJ/mol). Nonmetals have high electron affinity that is why
nonmetals always form an anion. Table 3.9 shows the electron affinities of
some elements.
IA VIIIA
H He
-73 IIA IIIA IVA VA VIA VIIA <0
Li Be B C N O F Ne
-60 0 -27 -122 -7 -141 -328 <0
Na Mg Al Si P S Cl Ar
-53 0 -44 -134 -72 -200 349 <0
K Ca Ga Ge As Se Br Kr
-48 -2 -29 -188 -77 -195 -325 <0
Rb Sr In Sn Sb Te I Xe
-47 -5 -29 -121 -101 -190 -295 <0
Cs Ba Tl Pb Bi Po At Rn
-45 -14 -30 -110 -110 (-) -270 <0
Electronegativity
Figure 3.11
Trend in electronegativity
Metallic and Nonmetallic Character
Figure 3.12
Trend in metallic and nonmetallic character
Application
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Physical and chemical properties of elements are related to the trends
and periodic variation discussed in this lesson. For example, the density,
melting point and boiling point is related to the atomic radius. The larger the
surface area exposed in an element, the higher is its density, melting point
and boiling point. Could cite other physical or chemical property that is
related to the trends and periodic variation of elements?
Web Trips
Lets see how well you are familiar with the trends and periodic
variation of the elements in the Periodic Table, do the quiz at:
http://www.sciencegeek.net/Chemistry/taters/Unit2PeriodicTrends.htm
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Atomic Radius is one-half the distance between the two nuclei in two
adjacent identical atoms and is measured in terms of picometer (pm).
Ionic radius is the radius of a cation or an anion in an ionic compound.
An atom tends to change in size as it becomes a cation or anion.
Ionization energy is the minimum energy required to remove an
electron from an isolated atom or ion in its ground state and is usually
measured in terms of kilojoules per mole (kJ/mol).
Electron Affinity is the energy change when an atom in its ground state
gains an electron forming an anion and is usually measured in terms of
kilojoules per mole (kJ/mol).
Electronegativity is the ability of an atom in a chemical bond to attract
electrons toward it.
Metallic character is a chemical property associated with those
elements classed as metals.
Nonmetallic character is a chemical property associated with those
elements classed as nonmetals.
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Lesson 6
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What are the Properties and Uses of Each
Group of Elements in the Periodic Table?
Do and Discover
Each element in the Periodic Table has its own properties and uses.
Could you identify some elements that you use in daily life? Write it down on
the table below. Describe it physically and give its uses.
Whiz Quest
Much of the elements in the Periodic Table are metals. We can see
metals anywhere, everywhere. We use it in buildings, appliances, jewelries,
and a lot more. Metals therefore are essential component of modernization
and progress. Table 3.11 shows some properties of metals that determine
their uses and some example metals.
Transition Metals
Tin and lead metals are rare elements. Tin are used in the manufacture
of tin cans which are used in the packaging of canned foods. Lead,
alternatively, is commonly used as the marking material in pencils.
Members of the halogen family are fluorine, F, chlorine, Cl, bromine, Br,
and iodine, I. Halogens are all nonmetal and they exists as diatomic
molecules in gaseous state. Halogens can be branded as counterpart of alkali
metals and alkaline earth metals. If those two groups of metals are said to be
reactive metals, halogens, on the other hand, are reactive nonmetals. These
three groups commonly combine to form salts.
Halides such as bromide, iodide, fluoride and chloride are also used in
cloud seeding to catalyze the condensation of water vapor in the
atmosphere.
Application
No one in this world can say that he has never used technology in his
lifetime. Technology is a part of our daily routine, from the time we woke up
until the time we fall asleep we, in one way or another, uses technology.
During school days, we are awaken by the buzzing of our alarm clocks, our
parents prepare our breakfast using gas stoves and oven toaster. To get to
school, we ride in buses, jeepneys, tricycles or cars. Inside the classroom, we
use electric fans or air conditioners to keep us cool all day long. Other than
that, in schools, we also use lots of other technologies such as computers,
overhead projector, LCD projector, and a lot more. When we get home we
usually turn on the television to watch our favorite show and before we sleep
we turn on the electric fans or air conditioners again to keep us comfortable
all night long. You see, we just cannot escape from using technology. Why do
you think it is important for us to know the properties of elements and their
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application to the environment and modern technologies? Report your
answer to the class.
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Web Trips
Lets see how well you are familiar with the properties and uses of
some elements, do the quiz at:
http://www.funtrivia.com/flashquiz/index.cfm?qid=135193
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Do and Discover
Could you give five (5) elements which are essential to humans? Write
it down on the table below.
Element Function
Whiz Quest
Application
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Enhance your knowledge about the essential elements in the human
body. Try answering the quiz at
http://www.health24.com/dietnfood/Whats_in_food/15-47-108.asp
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At the beginning of the lesson, you have given five essential elements
and their functions. These essential elements are familiar to you. Your task
now is to complete the table below by supplying it with the essential
elements you have learned on this lesson and their function to the human
body.
Element Function
2. The most significant scientists behind the periodic table are actually Lothar Meyer
(1869), Dmitri Mendeleev (1869) and Henry Moseley (1913). Meyer and Mendeleev
formulated the periodic law which says that properties of elements are periodic
function of their atomic masses. This law was revised by Moseley by proposing that
properties of elements are periodic function of their atomic numbers. To date, the
Periodic Table that we have is arranged in increasing atomic number.
3. Elements in the Periodic Table are actually arranged in a logical manner where
elements with similar physical and chemical properties can be found in the same
group or family. Another basis of classification is if it is a metal, a nonmetal or a
metalloid. Other than that, elements in the Periodic Table can still be classified as
to representative elements, transition metals, actinides and lanthanides. With
respect to the electron configuration of each element, metals belong to the s-block
and d-block elements except for hydrogen and helium which are nonmetals.
Nonmetals and metalloids, on the other hand, belong to the p-block elements.
4. Other than the blocks in the Periodic Table, the electron configuration also gives us
the group number, period and family of the element. The group number is actually
determined by the valence or outermost electrons. The period is determined by the
highest energy level where the valence or outermost electrons are residing. The
family of the element could either be A or B. It is family A if the last added
electrons fall at s- or p- subshells while if it falls at d- or f- subshells it is now
considered as family B. Moreover, the subshell where the last added electron is
residing determines the block where the element belongs.
5. Atomic Radius is one-half the distance between the two nuclei in two adjacent
identical atoms and is measured in terms of picometer (pm). Atomic radius
increases from top to bottom of the Periodic Table or down a group and decreases
from left to right of the Periodic Table or across a period. Ionic radius is the radius
of a cation or an anion in an ionic compound. Ionization energy is the minimum
energy required to remove an electron from an isolated atom or ion in its ground
state and is usually measured in terms of kilojoules per mole (kJ/mol). Ionization
energy increases from left to right of the Periodic Table or across a period and
decreases from top to bottom of the Periodic Table or down a group. Electron
Affinity is the energy change when an atom in its ground state gains an electron
6. Uses of metals and nonmetals are actually determined by their physical and
chemical properties.
7. Some elements are vital to human body. Transition metal ions such as cobalt,
copper, iron, manganese and nickel are present in the human body. These metals
aids in the catalytic activity of a variety of enzymes in the human body.
IA VIIIA
IIA IIIA IVA VA VIA VIIA
A B C
D IIIB IVB V VIB VIIB VIIB IB IIB E F
B
G H I
J K
Use the information given in the table in answering item numbers 4 and 5.
1. The element bromine (Br) belongs to group VIIA of the periodic table. Would you
expect it to form an anion? Why or why not?
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2. Zinc and iron are placed in the same period. Why do you think so?
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Look around you. Have you ever asked yourself how do those things exist? Life is
full of mysteries you might say. But did you know that there is actually an explanation for
this? That is chemical bonding. Everything that you see is actually a product of chemical
bonding. The things that make your life easier are all products of chemical bonding.
The things that you can see were made possible because atoms combine. Because
scientists now understand how atoms combine, numerous useful products had been
produced. The force that holds them together is what we called chemical bond. But you
may ask why do atoms combine? In this chapter you will understand the reason why
atoms combine and other occurrences accompanying it. We will find the answer to the
following questions:
Lesson 1
How is Ionic Bond Formed?
Do and Discover
Could you give five (5) ionic compounds that are familiar to you? Write
it on the table below.
Whiz Quest
We are familiar that metals tend to loose electron to form cation while
nonmetal tends to gain electron to form an anion. The following sections will
explain why metals and nonmetals behave as such.
Group VIIIA elements are the most stable atoms in periodic table
because it complies with the octet rule. Examine the electron configuration
of the group VIIIA elements in Table 4.1 below.
Figure 4.1 Electron configuration of sodium and chlorine and their ions
Figure 4.1 show that sodium atom loses one electron to achieve the
electron configuration of neon while chlorine gains an extra electron to
achieve the electron configuration of argon.
The Lewis electron dot symbol is a useful way to illustrate the octet
rule. Lewis electron dot symbol represents the number of electrons in the
outermost shell of the atom using dots. Figure 4.2 shows example of the
Lewis electron dot symbols of some elements.
Ionic Bonding
Application
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Two of the most important elements in the human body are sodium
and potassium. They are the key elements in the sodium-potassium pump,
an enzyme-based mechanism that maintains correct cellular concentrations
of sodium and potassium ions by removing excess ions from inside a cell and
replacing them with ions from outside the cell. The sodium-potassium pump
is the key to functions such as cardiac and renal activity, as well as all
general transport processes into and out of the cell. The pump thus forms
the basis for our ability to absorb a considerable number of nutrients, excrete
waste products from the kidneys and regulate the water balance in the cells.
If this little pump stopped pumping sodium ions out of the cells, the latter
would rapidly swell up because of the infiltration of water and finally burst.
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Illustrate the ionic bonding for the formation of the following ionic
compounds using the Lewis electron dot symbol. Use dot notation () for
metal and cross notation (x) for nonmetal.
Do and Discover
Could you give five (5) covalent compounds that are familiar to you?
Write it on the table below.
Whiz Quest
104
119
227
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From the table above we see that hydrogen molecule has the lowest
bond energy while nitrogen molecule has the highest bond energy. We can
conclude that, the more electron pairs shared in a covalent bond, the higher
the bond energy and the lesser the electron pair shared in a covalent bond,
the lower the bond energy. This means that, the higher the bond energy, the
more difficult to break the bond and the lower the bond energy, the easier it
is to break the bond. In this case, hydrogen molecule is the easiest bond to
break since it has the low bond energy. Bonds in nitrogen molecule, however,
is the most difficult to break since it has a high bond energy. This explains
why hydrogen molecule is more reactive than nitrogen molecule.
Application
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Find out if youve already mastered the concepts on covalent bond. Try
answering the quiz at
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Illustrate the covalent bonding for the following molecules using the
Lewis electron dot symbol. Indicate whether the molecule is polar or
nonpolar. Draw partial positive ( +), partial negative (-) and dipole moment (
) if applicable.
1. Water, H2O
2. Hydrogen fluoride, HF
3. Chlorine molecule, Cl2
4. Carbon dioxide, CO2
5. Methane, CH4
Do and Discover
Could you give five (5) examples of metal that are familiar to you?
Write it down below. Give the name and symbol of the metal and where do
we usually use it.
1. ___________________________________________________________________________
2. ___________________________________________________________________________
3. ___________________________________________________________________________
4. ___________________________________________________________________________
5. ___________________________________________________________________________
Whiz Quest
Metals are hard because of the close packing structure of metal atoms.
Figure 4.13 illustrate this property.
Metals are malleable and ductile because when hammered into sheets,
the loosely bound electrons permit the sliding past of the layers of atomic
kernels with one another and at the same time holding the layers of together
as negative electrons attract the positive kernels. Malleable means can be
shaped into different shapes while ductile means can be drawn into wires
without breaking. Figure 4.14 illustrates these two properties of metals.
(a) (b)
Metals are also good conductors of heat and electricity. Applying heat
to the metal would result to acquisition of high vibrational energy by the
kernels of the metal which in turn will be transferred to the delocalized
electrons. By the collision of kernels and electrons, kinetic energy is
transferred rapidly. On the other hand, when you apply electricity on a piece
of wire, electrons coming from the electricity will promote the shifting of
delocalized electrons toward the empty spaces in the valence shell from
atom to atom. Electrons are free to move in that certain metal unless
otherwise a new conductor is present.
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Lesson 4
How are the Electronegativity Values of the
Element Related to the Type of Bond that they will
Produce?
Do and Discover
Whiz Quest
There is actually another way of predicting the type of bond that exists
between atoms that combine together. This is by getting the difference in the
electronegativity values of the atoms that combine together.
Electronegativity is the ability of an atom in a chemical bond to attract
electrons toward it and is usually measured in terms of electronvolt (eV). Go
back to table 3.10 for the electronegativity values of some elements or you
may refer to your Periodic Table.
NaCl HCl H2
Cl 3.0 eV Cl 3.0 eV H 2.1
eV
Na 0.9 eV H 2.1 eV H 2.1
eV
EN 2.1 eV - Ionic EN 0.9 eV Polar EN
0 eV Nonpolar
Covalent Covalent
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1. H2O
2. LiF
3. Cl2
4. CO2
5. CaO
Do and Discover
In our discussion of ionic and covalent bonding, you have met some
chemical formulas and their corresponding chemical names. Do you recall
some of them? Write it down on the table below.
Whiz Quest
Cations are normally named with the name of the element as the root
name and by adding the word ion. Example is Na +. Na+ is named as
sodium ion. This rule in naming is applicable only to the representative
elements but for the transition elements which has a varying or different
oxidation numbers, which actually represents the total number of electrons
that were lost in the formation of the atoms. Table 4.4 shows some common
transition metals with varying oxidation numbers.
Anions, on the other hand, are named by getting the root name from
the name of the element and replacing the ending with the suffix ide. For
example we are given the anion N3- . The neutral form of this ion is nitrogen,
so we could name this anion by replacing the ending with ide. Therefore,
the name of this ion is nitride. Another example is O2-, its name would be
oxide. Could you give some more examples?
CO - carbon monoxide
CO2 - carbon dioxide
N2 O - dinitrogen monoxide
PCl3 - phosphorus trichloride
SF6 - sulfur hexafluoride
HF - hydrofluoric acid
HCl - hydrochloric acid
Application
Shown in tables 4.4, 4.5 and 4.6 are important facts in naming ionic
and covalent compounds. Your task now is to make a separate chart for each
table. This will be will be helpful reference sheets in naming ionic and
covalent compounds. Share your work with the class.
Science Link
http://www.mp-
docker.demon.co.uk/as_a2/topics/ionic_and_covalent_bonding/quiz_2.html
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1. Fill in the blanks in the following table:
Lesson 6
What are the Forces of Attraction that
Exist Between Molecules?
Do and Discover
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You are already familiar with the three types of chemical bond that we
have discussed. On the space below, describe briefly each type of chemical
bond.
1. ___________________________________________________________________________
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2. ___________________________________________________________________________
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3. ___________________________________________________________________________
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Whiz Quest
Ion-Dipole Forces
Figure 4.19 Formation of (a) ion-induced dipole interaction and (b) dipole-
induced dipole interaction
Hydrogen Bond
Application
Web Trips
http://wps.prenhall.com/esm_tro_chemistry_1/77/19899/5094337.cw/index.ht
ml
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Lesson 7
What are the Shapes of Molecules?
1. CH4 - _______________________________
2. NH3 - _______________________________
3. BeCl2 - _______________________________
4. H2O - _______________________________
5. SF6 - _______________________________
Whiz Quest
Predicting the geometry of molecules using the idea that electron pairs
in a molecule undergone electrostatic repulsion can be clearly be illustrated
using the Valence Shell Electron Pair Repulsion (VSEPR) Theory. Study
table 4.8 for the list of shapes of simple molecules with their corresponding
description. Note that the symbol A represents the central atom, B
represents the attached atoms and E represents nonbonding electrons or
lone pairs.
AB2 2 0 Linear
BeCl2
AB3 3 0 Trigonal
Planar
BF3
AB4 4 0 Tetrahedral
CH4
AB5 5 0 Trigonal
Bipyramidal
PCl5
AB6 6 0 Octahedral
SF6
Molecules in Which the Central Atom has Nonbonding Electrons /
Lone Pairs
AB2E 2 1 Bent
AB3E 3 1 Trigonal
Pyramidal
NH3
AB2E2 2 2 Bent
H2O
AB4E 4 1 Distorted
Tetrahedron
(Seesaw)
SF4
AB3E2 3 2 T-shaped
ClF3
AB2E3 2 3 Linear
AB5E 5 1 Square
Pyramidal
BrF5
AB4E2 4 2 Square
Planar
XeF4
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Step 1. Draw the Lewis Electron Dot Symbol for each atom in the
molecule.
Step 2. Identify the total number of electron pairs in the central atom
and determine which electron pairs are the bonding electrons
and which are the nonbonding electrons or lone pairs.
Step 3. Refer to table 4.8 for the geometry of the molecule.
Application
Science Link
Web Trips
http://www.chem.ox.ac.uk/vrchemistry/vsepr/intro/vsepr_splash.html
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1. SH2
2. CO2
3. SnCl2
4. ClF5
5. SBr4
Do and Discover
Whiz Quest
Solids can actually be divided into two categories; these are crystalline
and amorphous solids. Crystalline solids are solids that have orderly
arrangement of particles such as atoms, molecules or ions. It also has a unit
cell which is a basic repeating structural unit. Crystalline solids can be
further classified into ionic, covalent, molecular or metallic. We will be
discussing each type as we move further in the lesson. Amorphous solids,
in comparison, lacks a three-dimensional structure of particles. An example
of this is the glass, which is a fusion product of inorganic materials such as
silicon dioxide (SiO2), sodium oxide (NaO) and boron oxide (B2O3) that has
been cooled to a rigid state without crystallizing.
A covalent crystal has true covalent bonds between all of the atoms
in the crystal. You can think of a covalent crystal as one big molecule. Many
covalent crystals have extremely high melting points. Examples of covalent
crystals include diamond and silicon dioxide (SiO2).
Application
As a class activity, make ball-and-stick models for sodium chloride crystal lattice,
diamond covalent networks and sucrose crystal structure. Present your work to the class.
Science Link
Web Trips
http://www.chemistry.nmsu.edu/studntres/chem115/resources/quiz_pha
sediagram.html
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Lesson 9
What are the Properties and Uses of
Some Ionic and Covalent Compounds?
Do and Discover
Ionic Compounds
Chemical Uses
Formula
Covalent Compounds
Chemical Uses
Formula
Whiz Quest
Ionic compounds have hundreds of different uses. All salts are ionic
compounds, as are many substances that promote life processes. Sodium
chloride is the most common ionic compound. It is very important to diets of
human beings since it aids in the absorption of dissolved foods in blood.
Other than that, it is also used in preservation and flavoring of foods.
Application
Mentioned in this lesson are just few applications of ionic and covalent compounds. As a
research work, find as many as you can ionic and covalent compounds and their uses. Report
your research work to the class.
Science Link
Web Trips
Find out how well you are familiar with the uses and properties of ionic
and covalent compounds, try the quiz at
http://www.elmhurst.edu/~chm/vchembook/145Areview.html
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All in All
1. When these two particles come closer with one another, there
will be an electrostatic attraction between the positive and the negative charges and
will form an ionic bond or electrovalent bond.
Chapter Test
Mg B H F
I II III IV
An atom of the element X has an electronic configuration of 1s2 2s2 2p6 3s2 3p3.
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