Chemical bonds at room temperature

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Start date Apr 23, 2011
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In summary, chemical bonds are the forces that hold atoms together in a molecule by sharing or transferring electrons. The most common types of chemical bonds at room temperature are covalent, ionic, and metallic, which can affect the physical and chemical properties of a substance. These bonds can also change during a chemical reaction, resulting in new substances. Intermolecular forces, on the other hand, are weaker and do not involve the sharing or transfer of electrons, but still play a role in the physical properties of substances at room temperature.

Apr 23, 2011

DespicableMe

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I was wondering why bonds are more stable at cooler temperatures than at higher temperatures.

This question came from a research project about annealing (heating then colling) plastics and why polyethylene maintains its shape when it's cooled.

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Apr 24, 2011

Borek

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What happens to atoms/molecules when temperature goes up?

1. What are chemical bonds?

Chemical bonds refer to the forces that hold atoms together in a molecule. These bonds are formed when atoms share or transfer electrons with each other.

2. What types of chemical bonds exist at room temperature?

The most common types of chemical bonds that exist at room temperature are covalent bonds, ionic bonds, and metallic bonds. Covalent bonds are formed between two nonmetal atoms, ionic bonds are formed between a metal and a nonmetal, and metallic bonds are formed between two metal atoms.

3. How do chemical bonds affect the properties of a substance at room temperature?

Chemical bonds determine the physical and chemical properties of a substance at room temperature. The strength and type of chemical bonds present in a substance can affect its melting point, boiling point, and reactivity with other substances.

4. Can chemical bonds change at room temperature?

Yes, chemical bonds can change at room temperature. For example, in a chemical reaction, new bonds may form while old bonds break. This can result in the formation of new substances with different properties.

5. How do intermolecular forces relate to chemical bonds at room temperature?

Intermolecular forces are weaker than chemical bonds and exist between molecules rather than within them. These forces, such as hydrogen bonding and London dispersion forces, play a role in the physical properties of substances at room temperature but do not involve the sharing or transfer of electrons.