When a NaCl Molecule Is Formed from Neutral Na and Cl

question 24

Multiple Choice

When a NaCl molecule is formed from neutral Na and Cl atoms,

• A)a net input of energy is required.
• B)there is no net output of energy.
• C)a net output of energy is obtained.
• D)the molecule forms a covalent bond.
• E)None of the above is correct.

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