Which Combination of Atoms Is Most Likely to Form an Ionic

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which combination of atoms is most likely to form an ionic compound if they are allowed to react with each other?

• A)metal and metal
• B)metal and nonmetal
• C)nonmetal and nonmetal
• D)metalloid and metalloid
• E)All combinations are likely to form an ionic compound.

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