What Types of Bonds Form Between the Chlorine and Oxygen

question 41

Multiple Choice

What types of bonds form between the chlorine and oxygen atoms of the chlorite ion (ClO₂^-) to minimize the formal charge?

• A) single
• B) between single and double
• C) double
• D) triple
• E) ionic

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