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CHM 101 Chemical Bonding Objective Question

Question

The compound is held together by __________ attractions between these ions.
Options
A magnetic
B gravitational
C electrostatic
Correct Answer
D nuclear
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Ionic compounds are held together by the strong electrostatic forces of attraction between oppositely charged ions.

Hint

Attraction between opposite electrical charges.

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