Covalent bond resulting from the sharing of two electrons (one pair) between two atoms.
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Effective Collisons
Collision between molecules resulting in a reaction, one in which the molecules collide with proper relative orientations and sufficient energy to react.
Ionic Geometry
The arrangement of atoms (not lone pairs of electrons) about the central atom of a polyatomic ion.
Coke
An impure form of carbon obtained by destructive distillation of coal or petroleum.
Aufbau ('building up') Principle
Describes the order in which electrons fill orbitals in atoms.
Freezing Point Depression
The decrease in the freezing point of a solvent caused by the presence of a solute.ing Point
Mixture
A sample of matter composed of two or more substances, each of which retains its identity and properties.
Isomers
Different substances that have the same formula.
Native State
Refers to the occurrence of an element in an uncombined or free state in nature.
Dispersed Phase
The solute-like species in a colloid.
Molecule
The smallest particle of an element or compound capable of a stable, independent existence.