Three-center two-electron bond
A three-center two-electron bond is a type of chemical bond that involves three atoms and two electrons. This concept is often discussed in the context of certain types of molecular structures, particularly in some clusters, carboranes, and certain compounds involving main group elements. In a typical covalent bond, two atoms share a pair of electrons. However, in a three-center two-electron bond, the two electrons are shared by three atoms instead of just two.
Tolman's rule
Tolman's rule, also known as Tolman's principle, is a concept in statistical mechanics that pertains to the behavior of chemical systems, particularly in the context of phase transitions and equilibrium. Named after physicist Richard Tolman, the rule suggests that in a system at equilibrium, the chemical potential of all components must be equal throughout the system, including at the interfaces between different phases. In terms of a more practical application, Tolman's rule implies that: 1. For various phases of a substance (e.
Triple bond
A triple bond is a type of chemical bond that involves the sharing of three pairs of electrons between two atoms. This bond is stronger than a single bond (which shares one pair of electrons) and a double bond (which shares two pairs of electrons). In a triple bond, the two atoms involved each contribute three electrons, resulting in a total of six electrons being shared.
Valence (chemistry)
In chemistry, valence refers to the ability of an atom to bond with other atoms. It is a concept that relates to the number of electrons an atom can donate, accept, or share to form chemical bonds. Valence is generally determined by the number of electrons in the outermost shell (valence shell) of an atom.
Valence bond theory
Valence Bond Theory (VBT) is a fundamental theory in quantum chemistry that describes the formation of chemical bonds between atoms. It focuses on the interactions of atomic orbitals to explain how bonds are formed and how the properties of molecules arise from these bonds.
Valence electron
Valence electrons are the electrons in the outermost shell (or energy level) of an atom that are involved in chemical bonding and reactions. These electrons are crucial because they determine how an atom interacts with other atoms, influencing the formation of bonds in molecules and compounds. The number of valence electrons varies among different elements and can be determined by the group number in the periodic table. For example, elements in Group 1 have one valence electron, while those in Group 17 have seven.
Van Arkel–Ketelaar triangle
The Van Arkel–Ketelaar triangle is a graphical representation used in the field of materials science, particularly for understanding the bonding characteristics between materials, especially in the context of binary compounds and solid-state systems. It is named after the Dutch chemists A. E. van Arkel and J. A. Ketelaar who developed this conceptual framework.
Vibrational bond
A vibrational bond typically refers to the concept related to molecular vibrations in the context of chemistry and physics. In molecular systems, atoms are held together by chemical bonds, and these bonds can vibrate due to thermal energy. These vibrational motions can be described in terms of vibrational modes, which represent the different ways in which the atoms in a molecule can move relative to one another while remaining bonded together.
Wafer bonding
Wafer bonding is a process used in semiconductor manufacturing where two or more semiconductor wafers are joined together to form a single, unified substrate. This technique is essential in various applications, including the production of integrated circuits, sensors, and MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems). There are several methods of wafer bonding, which can be categorized primarily into two types: 1. **Thermal Bonding**: This method involves applying heat and pressure to bond the wafers together.