Grade 11
  1. Basic concepts of chemistry  1.1. Importance of Chemistry  1.2. Nature and scope of chemistry  1.3. laws of chemical combination  1.3.1. Law of conservation of mass  1.3.2. Law of definite proportions  1.3.3. Law of multiple proportions  1.3.4. Law of gaseous volume  1.3.5. Avogadro's Law  1.4. Dalton's atomic theory  1.5. Mole concept and molar mass  1.6. Percent composition  1.7. Empirical and molecular formula  1.8. Stoichiometry and Stoichiometric Calculations  1.9. Limiting reagent concept
  2. Structure of the atom  2.1. Discovery of the electron, proton, and neutron  2.2. Atomic Model  2.2.1. Thomson's model  2.2.2. Rutherford's model  2.2.3. Bohr's model  2.3. Quantum mechanical model of the atom  2.4. Dual nature of matter and radiation  2.5. Heisenberg's uncertainty principle  2.6. Quantum numbers  2.7. Atomic orbitals and their shapes  2.8. Electronic configuration of elements  2.9. Aufbau principle  2.10. Pauli's exclusion principle  2.11. Hund's maximum multiplicity rule  2.12. de Broglie's hypothesis  2.13. Photoelectric effect
  3. Classification of elements and periodicity in properties  3.1. Historical development of the periodic table  3.2. Modern Periodic Law and Periodic Table  3.3. Periodic trends in properties  3.3.1. Atomic and Ionic Radius  3.3.2. Ionization enthalpy  3.3.3. Electron gain enthalpy  3.3.4. Electronegativity  3.3.5. Valency  3.3.6. Metallic and Non-Metallic Properties  3.3.7. Oxidation states  3.4. Unusual Properties of the First Elements
  4. Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure  4.1. Kossel–Lewis approach to chemical bonding  4.2. Ionic or electrovalent bond  4.3. Covalent bond and its features  4.4. Bond parameters  4.5. VSEPR Theory  4.6. Valence bond theory  4.7. Hybridization and its types  4.8. Molecular orbital theory  4.8.1. Bond order and stability  4.9. Hydrogen bonding
  5. States of matter  5.1. Intermolecular forces  5.2. Gas Laws  5.2.1. Boyle's law  5.2.2. Charles's Law  5.2.3. Avogadro's Law  5.2.4. Dalton's law of partial pressure  5.2.5. Graham's law of spread  5.3. Ideal Gas Equation and Applications  5.4. Real gases and deviations from ideal behaviour  5.5. Kinetic molecular theory of gases  5.6. Liquefaction of gases  5.7. Properties of Liquids  5.8. Surface tension and viscosity
  6. Thermodynamics  6.1. System and environment  6.2. Types of systems in thermodynamics  6.3. Types of procedures  6.4. First law of thermodynamics  6.5. Internal energy and enthalpy  6.6. Heat capacity and specific heat  6.7. Hess's law of constant heat summation  6.8. Bond dissociation enthalpy  6.9. Enthalpy of formation and combustion  6.10. Enthalpy of solution and neutralization  6.11. Spontaneity and the second law of thermodynamics  6.12. Gibbs free energy and its applications
  7. Balance  7.1. The concept of balance  7.2. Equilibrium constant and its applications  7.3. Le Chatelier's principle  7.4. Ionic equilibrium in solutions  7.5. Acid and Base Theory  7.5.1. Arrhenius concept  7.5.2. Bronsted-Lowry concept  7.5.3. Lewis concept  7.6. pH Scale and pOH  7.7. Common ion effect  7.8. Hydrolysis of salts  7.9. Buffer solutions and their mechanism of action  7.10. Solubility equilibrium of sparingly soluble salts
  8. Redox reactions  8.1. Oxidation and reduction concepts  8.2. Oxidation number and its applications  8.3. Redox reactions in terms of electron transfer  8.4. Balancing redox reactions (oxidation number and ion-electron methods)  8.5. Types of redox reactions  8.6. Electrochemical Cells and Redox Reactions
  9. Hydrogen  9.1. Position of Hydrogen in the Periodic Table  9.2. Isotopes of hydrogen  9.3. Preparation of Hydrogen  9.4. Properties of Hydrogen  9.5. Hydrides and their classification  9.6. Water and heavy water  9.7. Hydrogen peroxide and its properties  9.8. Uses of Hydrogen and Its Compounds
  10. S-block elements (alkali and alkaline earth metals)  10.1. Group 1 Elements - Properties and Trends  10.2. Group 2 Elements - Properties and Trends  10.3. Unusual properties of lithium and beryllium  10.4. Important compounds of sodium and their uses  10.5. Important Compounds of Magnesium and Calcium
  11. Some p-block elements  11.1. General Introduction to p-Block Elements  11.2. Group 13 Elements  11.2.1. Boron and its compounds  11.3. Group 14 Elements  11.3.1. Carbon and its allotropes  11.3.2. Important Compounds of Carbon and Silicon
  12. Organic Chemistry - Some Basic Principles and Techniques  12.1. Classification and Nomenclature of Organic Compounds  12.2. Structural representation of organic compounds  12.3. Classification of organic reactions  12.4. Electronic Effects in Organic Chemistry  12.4.1. Inductive effect  12.4.2. Resonance effect  12.4.3. Hyperconjugation  12.5. Reaction mechanism and intermediate species  12.6. Purification and qualitative analysis of organic compounds
  13. Hydrocarbons  13.1. Hydrocarbons  13.1.1. Preparation and Properties of Alkenes  13.2. alkene  13.2.1. Preparation and Properties of Alkenes  13.2.2. Electrophilic addition reactions  13.3. Alkynes  13.3.1. Preparation and Properties of Alkynes  13.4. Aromatic hydrocarbons  13.4.1. Structure and properties of benzene  13.4.2. Electrophilic substitution reactions of benzene
  14. Environmental Chemistry  14.1. Environmental Pollution  14.2. Atmospheric pollution and the greenhouse effect  14.3. Water pollution and treatment methods  14.4. Soil pollution and its effects  14.5. Industrial waste and its treatment  14.6. Strategies for pollution control

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Ionic or electrovalent bond


In the fascinating world of chemistry, atoms join in many ways to form compounds with unique properties. One of the most interesting and fundamental types of chemical bond is the ionic bond, also known as the electrovalent bond. This type of bond is essential in the formation of many types of compounds that play important roles in both nature and industry. The ionic bond provides a clear illustration of the power of electrical forces at the atomic level because it involves the complete transfer of one or more electrons from one atom to another. In this detailed discussion, we will dive deep into ionic or electrovalent bonds, exploring their formation, characteristics, examples, and importance in the world of chemistry.

What is an ionic or electrovalent bond?

Ionic bonds form when atoms transfer electrons from one to another. Typically, this involves a metal and a nonmetal. Metals on the left side of the periodic table easily lose electrons, forming positively charged ions called cations. Nonmetals, on the other hand, gain electrons to form negatively charged ions called anions. Ionic bonding is essentially the electrostatic force of attraction between these opposite charges.

For example, consider the formation of sodium chloride (NaCl), common table salt. Sodium (Na) is a metal with the electron configuration 1s 2 2s 2 2p 6 3s 1 Sodium can obtain a stable electron configuration by losing one of its valence electrons, forming the sodium ion (Na + ). Chlorine (Cl) is a nonmetal with the electron configuration 1s 2 2s 2 2p 6 3s 2 3p 5 Chlorine can obtain a stable electron configuration by gaining one electron, forming the chloride ion (Cl – ).

Formation of ionic bond

The process of ionic bond formation involves the transfer of electrons and is usually exothermic. In the sodium chloride example, the sodium atom donates an electron to the chlorine atom. This transfer can be represented as follows:

        Na → Na + + e -
        Cl + e - → Cl -

The resulting ions, Na + and Cl− , are stable because of their noble gas electron configuration. Once formed, these ions are held together by the electrostatic attraction between their opposite charges, forming an ionic bond. The lattice structure of ionic compounds such as NaCl is a repeating pattern of ions, which contributes to their stable crystal structures.

Properties of ionic compounds

Compounds with ionic bonds have specific properties that distinguish them from other types of compounds:

  • High melting and boiling points: A considerable amount of energy is required to break the strong electrostatic forces that hold the ions together. As a result, ionic compounds usually have high melting and boiling points.
  • Electrical conductivity: In solid form, ionic compounds do not conduct electricity because the ions are fixed in place. However, when melted or dissolved in water, these compounds conduct electricity because the ions move freely.
  • Solubility in water: Many ionic compounds dissolve easily in water. This solubility is due to the polar nature of water molecules, which can surround and separate ions.
  • Crystal lattice structure: Ionic compounds form well-defined, regular structures known as crystal lattices. This arrangement maximizes attractive forces and minimizes repulsive forces, leading to highly stable compounds.

Visualization of ionic bonding

Let's look at a simple example to see how ionic bonding works.

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    Na + Cl → [Na] + [Cl] -
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Here, sodium donates an electron to chlorine, resulting in a positively charged sodium cation (Na + ) and a negatively charged chloride anion (Cl - ). This process is similar for many other metal and nonmetal reactions.

Common examples of ionic compounds

Ionic compounds are prevalent in everyday life. Here are some common examples:

  • Sodium chloride (NaCl): As mentioned earlier, this is common table salt. It is vital for life, providing the body with essential sodium ions.
  • Magnesium oxide (MgO): Magnesium combines with oxygen in a 1:1 ratio to form this compound. It is often used as a refractory material due to its thermal stability.
  • Calcium carbonate ( CaCO3 ): Found in limestone, chalk and marble, it is widely used in construction, agriculture and even in pharmaceuticals as an antacid.

Lewis dot structures in ionic bonding

Lewis dot structures are useful for illustrating the transfer of electrons in ionic bonds. For example, sodium and chlorine can be represented as:

        No: •
        CL: •• • ••

With the transfer of an electron from sodium to chlorine:

        Na: → (Na) +
        CL: •• • |•• → (CL) -

Development of ionic bonds

The formation of ionic bonds is an energy-efficient process. Energy considerations in ionic bonding include ionization energy (the energy of losing an electron), electron affinity (the energy released when gaining an electron) and lattice energy (the energy released due to electrostatic attraction). When forming NaCl, the energy released in the formation of the ionic lattice compensates for the energy needed to ionize sodium and add an electron to chlorine.

Energy considerations in ionic bonding

This process can be divided as follows:

  • Ionization energy: This is the energy required to remove an electron from an atom. For sodium, this would involve the removal of an electron to form Na + .
    •             Na → Na + + e – (ionization energy)
  • Electron affinity: The energy released when an atom gains an electron. Chlorine's high electron affinity means that energy is released when it forms Cl- .
    •             Cl + e - → Cl - (electron affinity)
  • Lattice energy: The energy released when oppositely charged ions form an ionic solid. This energy makes ionic compounds stable.
    •             Na + + Cl− → NaCl (lattice energy)

The role of ionic bonds in biological systems

Ionic compounds play important roles in biological systems. For example, ionic bonds are important in nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction, and maintaining the body's electrolyte balance. NaCl, or table salt, dissociates into Na + and Cl- ions in bodily fluids, which is essential for the conduction of electrical signals.

Comparison with covalent bonds

It is important to understand the difference between ionic and covalent bonds:

  • Ionic bonds: are formed due to electron transfer and electrostatic attraction between ions. These usually occur between metals and non-metals.
  • Covalent bonds: Formed due to the exchange of electrons between atoms. Usually, these occur between non-metal atoms.
    •             H 2 O: H—O—H (covalent bond)

Conclusion

Ionic bonding is a fundamental aspect of chemistry, playing a key role in the formation of a wide range of compounds. Understanding ionic bonding is important for understanding concepts such as electrical conductivity, solution chemistry, and many biological processes. The interactions between metals and non-metals, through the complete transfer of electrons, highlight nature's complex but elegant way of maintaining balance and stability at the atomic level.

This discovery of the ionic or electrovalent bond demonstrates the importance of the powerful forces of attraction that govern electron movement and chemical bonding. Recognizing such interactions expands our understanding of both the microscopic world of atoms and macroscopic phenomena—an essential step in mastering chemistry.


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