Bonding Basics
Understanding the properties of materials begins with the concept of bonding. Ionic compounds are strong yet brittle due to their crystal lattice structure, which shatters when disrupted. In contrast, covalent bonding allows atoms to share electrons, enhancing stability, as seen in water. This fundamental difference explains why metals and organic materials exhibit malleability, while ionic compounds do not.In this clip
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Episode 15: Chemical Bonding
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