1. Covalent Compounds
These compounds are formed when atoms “share” electrons in order to become stable.
Usually formed between 2 or more non-metals.

2. Covalent Compounds
Exist in solid, liquid, and gas forms at room temperature.
Normally do not conduct electricity. [

3. Covalent Compound Names
Example: CO2
Carbon Dioxide
Use prefixes (pg. 593) to show how many atoms there are. [

4. Covalent Compound Names
A couple “other” rules….
Never put the prefix “mono-” on the 1st element in the name.
Always end the compound name with –ide.

5. Covalent Compound Names
Example: NCl3
Nitrogen Trichloride
Example: P2O5
Diphosphorus Pentoxide

6. Covalent Compound Formulas
Example: Dinitrogen Tetrasulfide
N2S4
Use the prefixes in the names to determine the subscripts in the formula
Example: Carbon Monoxide CO