Question

question 2 (2 points)
once the central atom is determined, and thus the bonding arrangement, the type of bonds must be determined.
since every atom in h₂o is a nonmetal, 1 bonds are drawn between nonmetals.
a covalent bond is designated by a 2, while an ionic bond is designated by 3.
h₂o has only 4 bonds.
a. ionic b. covalent c. no bonds d. dash e. (+) and/or (-) charges

Explanation:

• For blank 1: Covalent bonds form between non - metals. Since \(H_2O\) has non - metal atoms (\(H\) and \(O\)), covalent bonds are present.
• For blank 2: In Lewis structures, a covalent bond is represented by a dash (\(-\)).
• For blank 3: Ionic bonds are shown by indicating the charges (\((+)\) and/or \((-)\) charges) on the ions.
• For blank 4: \(H_2O\) has only covalent bonds as it is formed by non - metal atoms (\(H\) and \(O\)) sharing electrons.

Answer:

1. B. covalent
2. D. dash
3. E. \((+)\) and/or \((-)\) charges
4. B. covalent