SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

CHEMISTRY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of these is a formula for a covalent bond? (SELECT 2)
A
Nonmetal+Nonmetal
B
Metal+Metalloid
C
Nonmetal+Metal
D
Metalloid+Nonmetal
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Bonds between a non-metal and a metal are ionic (For example, a Na+Cl-bond is ionic.) Bonds amongst metal atoms are metallic. Metalloid–Non-metal bonds are usually covalent. Metalloid–Metal bonds are usually ionic.

Detailed explanation-2: -Ionic compounds are (usually) formed when a metal reacts with a nonmetal (or a polyatomic ion). Covalent compounds are formed when two nonmetals react with each other.

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