Which Pair of Elements Is Most Apt to Form an Ionic

question 146

Multiple Choice

Which pair of elements is most apt to form an ionic compound with each other?

• A)barium, bromine
• B)calcium, sodium
• C)oxygen, fluorine
• D)sulfur, fluorine
• E)nitrogen, hydrogen

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