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Which of the following pairs of elements are likely to form an ionic compound? a. helium and oxygen b. magnesium and chlorine c. chlorine and bromine d. potassium and sulfur e. sodium and potassium f. nitrogen and iodine

Name: Problem 10, Chapter 6: Chemistry: An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry
Uploaded: 2021-03-05T22:21:00-08:00
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Description: Which of the following pairs of elements are likely to form an ionic compound? a. helium and oxygen b. magnesium and chlorine c. chlorine and bromine d. potassium and sulfur e. sodium and potassium f. nitrogen and iodine

   Which of the following pairs of elements are likely to form an ionic compound?
a. helium and oxygen
b. magnesium and chlorine
c. chlorine and bromine
d. potassium and sulfur
e. sodium and potassium
f. nitrogen and iodine

Chemistry: An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry

Karen C. Timberlake 12th Edition

Chapter 6, Problem 10

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Ionic Bonding

Ionic bonding involves the complete transfer of electrons from one atom (usually a metal) to another (typically a nonmetal). This electron transfer results in the formation of positively charged and negatively charged ions that attract each other, creating a stable ionic compound.

Electronegativity Difference

The formation of an ionic bond depends heavily on the difference in electronegativity between the two atoms. A large electronegativity difference generally indicates that one atom will easily lose electrons while the other will readily gain them, facilitating the creation of ions.

Metal and Nonmetal Interaction

Ionic compounds are most commonly formed when a metal reacts with a nonmetal. Metals, with their tendency to lose electrons and form cations, combine with nonmetals, which have a propensity to gain electrons and form anions, resulting in a strong electrostatic attraction between the ions.

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