3.2 Ionic Bonding Answers

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Which pair of elements will form an ionic bond?

A
N and O
B
K and Br
C
C and Cl
D
Fe and Ni
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Which statement best describes how an ionic bond forms?

A
The transfer of electrons forms strong bonds between ions.
B
The sharing of electrons forms strong bonds between ions.
C
The transfer of electrons results in repulsive forces between molecules.
D
The sharing of electrons results in attractive forces between molecules.
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The diagram below shows the atoms involved in forming table salt.Which statement best describes what happens next?

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A
Sodium becomes an anion by losing an electron to chlorine.
B
Chlorine becomes a cation by losing an electron to sodium.
C
Sodium becomes a cation by gaining an electron from chlorine.
D
Chlorine becomes an anion by gaining an electron from sodium.
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Which pair of ions can form an ionic bond with each other and why?

A
Cu and Ag; They are both metal ions.
Option A
B
S and O; They have like charges.
Option B
C
Br and At; They are both halogen ions.
Option C
D
Li and Br; They have unlike charges.
Option D

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