Discussion Question 1
Using the South University Online Library or the Internet, research any one element. On the basis of your research, provide:
- An analysis of the properties of the neutral atom and its most common ion.
- An explanation of the difference between stabilities of the selected neutral atom and its most common ion.
- A description of a process in the human body that is impacted differently by the neutral atom and its most common ion.
Discussion Question 2
Using the South University Online Library or the Internet, research elements and compounds. On the basis of your research, respond to the following:
- What are the differences between ionic and covalent compounds?
- Describe two ways that covalent compounds are used in the human body.
- How does the polarity of a molecule and a solvent impact solubility, and why might this be important?