Chemistry Unit 3 Notes: Chemical Bonding & Reactions (NC Curriculum) | Ionic, Covalent, Balancing Equations

This document contains detailed notes for Chemistry Unit 3, focusing on chemical bonding and reactions. It explains the different types of bonds, including ionic, covalent, and metallic bonding, along with how electrons are transferred or shared. The notes also include Lewis dot structures and how they are used to predict bonding and stability. The guide covers major types of chemical reactions such as synthesis, decomposition, single replacement, double replacement, and combustion. It also explains how to balance chemical equations using the Law of Conservation of Mass. Acids, bases, and the pH scale are included as well. The notes are structured with clear bullet points and short explanations, making them easy to understand and review before tests.