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the combining of atoms to form molecules or ionic compounds

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the smallest unit of a substance that keeps all of the physical and chemical properties

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a bond formed when atom shares one or more pairs of electrons

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A bond that forms when electrons are transferred from one atom to another

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a charged particle that forms when an atom or group of atoms gain or loses one or more electrons

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an electron that is found in the outermost shell of an atom and that determines the atom's chemical properties

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an interaction that holds atoms or ion together

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A chemical bond is a lasting attraction between atoms that enables the formation of chemical compounds.