Which of the Following Statements About Bonding Is True

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about bonding is true?

• A)Covalent bonds result from the transfer of electrons from one element to another.
• B)Ionic bonds result from the transfer of electrons from a metal to a non-metal.
• C)Ionic bonds result from the sharing of electrons between two non-metals.
• D)Covalent bonds result from the sharing of electrons between two metals.

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Definitions:

Carbon-Carbon Double Bonds

A type of covalent bond between two carbon atoms where two pairs of electrons are shared, creating areas of high electron density and reactivity.

Oils

Organic compounds that are nonpolar and hydrophobic, used in cooking, industry, and as fuel sources.

Fats

Organic compounds made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen that are a key source of energy for the body and aid in the absorption of vitamins.

Double Bond

A chemical bond between two chemical elements involving four bonding electrons instead of the usual two.