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Name and describe the type of bonding in H2O

The bonds in H₂O are covalent bonds. Covalent bonds are formed when two atoms share a pair of electrons, often where one electron is donated by each atom. This forms a bond as there is an elect...

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How can I apply the knowledge I learn in lessons to tougher exam style questions ?

The million dollar question when it comes to chemistry and is often the difference between a good grade and a great grade. The basis of this is to consolidate your basic concepts, make sure those are inst...

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What's the difference between an ionic bond and a covalent bond?

They're both similar but form between different types of elements. An ionic bond will form between a metal and a non-metal. The metal will donate electrons and the non-metal will accept the electrons, f...

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Potassium Chlorate(VII) decomposes to produce Potassium Chloride and Oxygen. Using the following data calculate the enthalpy change of this decomposition: Enthalpy of formation(KClO4) = -430 kJ mol-1, Enthalpy of formation(KCl) = -440 kJ mol-1

Firstly the equation of this decomposition should be worked out to be the following
KClO₄(s) --> KCl(s) + 2O₂(g)
The enthalpy of formation has been given for both KClO<...

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How can you tell using a reaction profile if the reaction is exothermic or endothermic?

For an EXothermic reaction energy EXits the reaction meaning that there is more energy at the start than there is at the end. In a reaction profile this is shown by a drop of energy from the reactants to ...

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