CHEM120 OL, Week 2 Lab
Name:
OL Lab 4: Ionic and Covalent Bonds
Learning Objectives
• Describe the formation of ionic and covalent bonds
• Identify anions and cations
• Apply the octet rule
• Describe ionic lattice structure
• Draw Lewis dot structures
• Explain the formation of single, double, and triple bonds
• Distinguish between ionic compounds and covalent compounds
Introduction
Have you ever wondered how atoms are held together? In this simulation,
you will learn the basics about atomic bonding in ionic and covalent
compounds, and how to distinguish those compounds experimentally. With
all this knowledge, you will help your friend analyze two mysterious
substances he received from an alchemist. By testing their specific physical
properties, you’ll be able to identify the nature of the substances. Finally,
you will learn how ions form lattice structures and how this influences the
property of a compound.
Test solubility and conductivity
Atoms can interact in many different ways, creating new compounds with
unique properties. In the first mission of the Ionic and Covalent Bonds
simulation, your task is to choose appropriate laboratory equipment to test
the solubility and conductivity of the two substances. You will explore how
these properties differ in ionic and covalent compounds.
Draw Lewis dot structures
In the second part of the Ionic and Covalent Bonds simulation, you will learn
about the octet rule and how to apply this to building Lewis dot structures in
a virtual drawing activity. You will see that there are many ways that
covalent bonds can be formed, depending on the compound and electron
configuration. You will also learn how to identify lone pair electron in a
covalent bond.
Determine melting points
In the last mission, your task is to determine the melting point of the two
substances by using a melting point apparatus. You will explore how your
results are connected to the ability of ions to form a lattice structure.
Part 1: Complete Labster Lab Ionic and Covalent Bonds
Name:
OL Lab 4: Ionic and Covalent Bonds
Learning Objectives
• Describe the formation of ionic and covalent bonds
• Identify anions and cations
• Apply the octet rule
• Describe ionic lattice structure
• Draw Lewis dot structures
• Explain the formation of single, double, and triple bonds
• Distinguish between ionic compounds and covalent compounds
Introduction
Have you ever wondered how atoms are held together? In this simulation,
you will learn the basics about atomic bonding in ionic and covalent
compounds, and how to distinguish those compounds experimentally. With
all this knowledge, you will help your friend analyze two mysterious
substances he received from an alchemist. By testing their specific physical
properties, you’ll be able to identify the nature of the substances. Finally,
you will learn how ions form lattice structures and how this influences the
property of a compound.
Test solubility and conductivity
Atoms can interact in many different ways, creating new compounds with
unique properties. In the first mission of the Ionic and Covalent Bonds
simulation, your task is to choose appropriate laboratory equipment to test
the solubility and conductivity of the two substances. You will explore how
these properties differ in ionic and covalent compounds.
Draw Lewis dot structures
In the second part of the Ionic and Covalent Bonds simulation, you will learn
about the octet rule and how to apply this to building Lewis dot structures in
a virtual drawing activity. You will see that there are many ways that
covalent bonds can be formed, depending on the compound and electron
configuration. You will also learn how to identify lone pair electron in a
covalent bond.
Determine melting points
In the last mission, your task is to determine the melting point of the two
substances by using a melting point apparatus. You will explore how your
results are connected to the ability of ions to form a lattice structure.
Part 1: Complete Labster Lab Ionic and Covalent Bonds
