Novice want to learn about chemical binding.

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In summary: There are three basic kinds of bonds. Covalent: 2 non metals ionic: a metal and non metal Metallic: 2 metals.
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Hello again! I've googled about chemical binding but couldn't find anything that teaches me about it so I thought I'd ask you guys.

I have several elements like
NH3
CaO
H2
CH4
BaBr2

and need to figure out their chemical bindings.


I know that a chemical bond is what hold the different atoms, molecules and jon(e?)s together.

That's all I know, I would very much appreciate some help along the way. Is this something I can figure out by looking at the periodic table for example?
 
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What sort of bonds have your teacher taught you about? Can you list them out? If you know which bonds your teacher taught you about, you can look up their properties and attempt to match bonds to molecules.
 
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Qube said:
What sort of bonds have your teacher taught you about? Can you list them out? If you know which bonds your teacher taught you about, you can look up their properties and attempt to match bonds to molecules.

Nothing, this is a distance class and I don't really have a teacher, I mean I have a teacher but he doesn't go through anything with me. He just provides the assignments and if I have a problem he will answer but it's night time here now and usually it takes extremely long before he answers as he has a lot of students at the same time. Sometimes I have to wait 1-2 days before an answer, that's why I figured it'd be easier to ask you guys :shy: as you most likely are more knowledgeable than him anyways plus there is always someone online here. :smile:
 
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Fishingaxe said:
I have several elements like
NH3
CaO
H2
CH4
BaBr2

Of those only hydrogen is an element, all others are compounds.

Do you have any book assigned to the course? If not, I strongly suggest you find one.
 
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Borek said:
Of those only hydrogen is an element, all others are compounds.

Do you have any book assigned to the course? If not, I strongly suggest you find one.

Ye, no I don't.. Have until saturday to finish the few assignments I have left. I can figure most of the problems out by myself, however some of them like this one is completely 'impossible' for me to figure out. You are def right, would be a lot better if I had a book and I need to get one for future classes. I didn't bother with one because I figured all of this stuff is on the internet already. Well I am still sure that this stuff is on the internet somewhere, didn't think it'd be this hard to find. I'll continue looking though.
 
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Also, there are plenty of decent chemistry teachers with a website. Just go to a major city's school's website, and find the chem teacher's. You should find decent notes soon enough.
To start you off, though, there are three basic kinds of bonds.
Covalent: 2 non metals
ionic: a metal and non metal
Metallic: 2 metals
You should be able to solve the question you mentioned with a periodic table.
 

FAQ: Novice want to learn about chemical binding.

What is chemical binding?

Chemical binding is the process by which two or more atoms or molecules are held together by chemical forces. It is also known as chemical bonding and is responsible for the formation of all known compounds.

What are the different types of chemical bonds?

There are three main types of chemical bonds: ionic, covalent, and metallic. Ionic bonds involve the transfer of electrons between atoms, covalent bonds involve the sharing of electrons, and metallic bonds involve the sharing of free electrons among a group of atoms.

How does chemical bonding affect the properties of a substance?

The type of chemical bond present in a substance can greatly affect its properties. For example, substances with primarily ionic bonds tend to be brittle and have high melting points, while substances with primarily covalent bonds tend to have lower melting points and be more flexible. Metallic bonds can give a substance unique properties such as high electrical conductivity and malleability.

What factors influence the strength of a chemical bond?

The strength of a chemical bond is influenced by several factors, including the types of atoms involved, the distance between the atoms, and the number of shared electrons. Generally, the stronger the force of attraction between the atoms, the stronger the chemical bond will be.

How do scientists study chemical binding?

Scientists study chemical binding through various experimental techniques, such as X-ray crystallography, spectroscopy, and computational simulations. These methods allow researchers to visualize and analyze the structure and properties of molecules and their bonds, providing valuable insights into the nature of chemical bonding.

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