In the Formation of an Ionic Bond Between Na and Cl

question 69

Multiple Choice

In the formation of an ionic bond between Na and Cl to form common table salt, sodium (Na) ________ an electron and chlorine (Cl) ________ an electron.

• A) loses; gains
• B) gains; loses
• C) loses; also loses
• D) gains; also gains

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