Formed when hydrogen bonds with non-metals (Groups 13–17).
These are crystalline, high-melting-point solids. hydride
They are being heavily researched for hydrogen storage in fuel-cell vehicles because they can soak up and release hydrogen gas like a sponge. Formed when hydrogen bonds with non-metals (Groups 13–17)
A is a compound in which hydrogen is combined with another element. While we usually think of hydrogen as a positive ion ( H+cap H raised to the positive power A is a compound in which hydrogen is
Hydrogen atoms occupy the small holes (interstices) in the metal's crystal lattice.
Not enough electrons to form conventional bonds (e.g., B2H6cap B sub 2 cap H sub 6 Electron-precise: Perfect match of electrons (e.g., CH4cap C cap H sub 4 - Methane). Electron-rich: Have "lone pairs" of electrons (e.g., NH3cap N cap H sub 3 - Ammonia, or H2Ocap H sub 2 cap O 3. Metallic (Interstitial) Hydrides