Chemical Bonds: Ionic and Covalent Structures

This lecture covers the fundamentals of chemical bonds, focusing on ionic and covalent structures. It explains the different types of bonds, such as metallic, ionic, and covalent, and their impact on material properties. The instructor discusses the role of valence electrons in forming bonds and the concept of electronegativity. Additionally, the lecture explores the properties of ionic compounds, including their conductivity in solutions. The session concludes with a detailed explanation of covalent bonds and how atoms combine their orbitals to form stable molecular structures.