| Atomic Structure and Bonding
Chapter Objectives
- Describe the nature and structure of atom as well as its electronic structure.
- Describe various types of primary bonds including ionic, covalent and metallic.
- Describe covalent bonding by carbon.
- Describe various types of secondary bonds and differentiate between these and primary
bonds.
- Describe the effect of bond type and strength on the mechanical and electrical performance
of various classes of materials.
- Describe mixed bonding in materials.
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