Choose a substance, other than water, whose atoms or ions are held together by one of the following types of chemical bonds:

• Ionic
• Covalent
• Metallic
• Hydrogen

Construct an engaging three-paragraph essay that completely and concisely* fulfills the following requirements:

• Paragraph 1 - after doing some research, discuss a common use or important purpose of your chosen substance
• Paragraph 2 - Integrating specific terms and concepts discussed in this week's readings and resources, develop a summary discussion that includes the following:
  • The name and chemical formula for the substance
  • The composition of the substance (i.e., the names of the atoms comprising the substance)
  • The specific name and description of the chemical bonds that exist between the atoms or ions in the substance
  • The physical properties of the substance
  • The state(s) of matter in which this substance is naturally or normally found in
• Your discussion in this paragraph should integrate specific terms and concepts discussed in this week's readings and resources.
• Paragraph 3 - provide your perspective on the importance of this substance or its properties, drawing on your own experiences as applicable