Question

What types of compounds are CaCl2, Cu, C2H6, respectively.

Answer 1

Answer:

Ionic, metal, organic

Explanation:

In this case, we have to analyze each compound:

-) $CaCl_2$

In this compound, we have a non-metal atom (Cl) and a metal atom (Ca) . So, we will have a high electronegativity difference between these atoms, With this in mind, we will have an ionic bond. Ions can be produced:

$CaCl_2~->~Ca^+^2~+~2Cl^-$

The cation would be $Ca^+^2$ and the anion is $Cl^-$. So, we will have an ionic compound.

-) $Cu$

In this case, we have a single atom. If we check the periodic table we will find this atom in the transition metals section (in the middle of the periodic table). So, this indicates that Cu (Copper) is a metal.

-) $C_2H_6$

In this molecule, we have single bonds between carbon and hydrogen. The electronegativity difference between C and H are not high enough to produce ions. So, with this in mind, we will have covalent bonds. This is the main characteristic of organic compounds. (See figure 1)