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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding and Intermolecular Forces Objective Question
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Which of the following correctly describes the formation of an ionic bond?
Options
A Atoms share one or more pairs of electrons
B Valence electrons are transferred from metal atoms to nonmetal atoms, forming cations and anions
Correct Answer
C Delocalized electrons are shared across a lattice of metal atoms
D Electrons are shared unequally between atoms of different electronegativities
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Ionic bonds form when valence electrons are transferred from metal atoms to nonmetal atoms. This transfer results in the formation of positively charged cations (from the metal) and negatively charged anions (from the nonmetal), which are held together by electrostatic attraction.

Hint

Ionic bonding involves complete electron transfer, not sharing.

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Course: CHM 101
Topic: Chemical Bonding and Intermolecular Forces
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1608 of 1872
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