Question

Which describes the type of bond formed when a Group 1 element bonds with an element from Group 17?


A.
The group 1 element transfers an electron from its outer shell to the outer shell of the group 17 element, forming a covalent bond.


B.
The group 1 element transfers an electron from its outer shell to the outer shell of the group 17 element, forming an ionic bond.


C.
The group 1 element shares an electron from its outer shell with the outer shell of the group 17 element, forming a covalent bond.


D.
The group 1 element accepts an electron into its outer sh

Answer 1

@halorazer

Answer 2

Well, the electronegativities of the group 17 atoms are significantly higher than those of group 1, which would generally imply that the bond is ionic. Group 17 has 7 electrons in it's valence (outer) shell, and group 1 has 1 in it's valence shell. 7+1=8, which would satisfy the octet rule. It would take more energy to take 7 electrons from the group 17 element than it would to take 1 from the group 1 element. So I do believe that the answer is B.

Answer 3

Thank you how are you so smart :)

Answer 4

I could have sworn that cowgirl just called me stupid in my inbox. xD
Children these days.
Anyways, genetics is the answer. Both of my parents were incredibly smart. :3
My GPA is only a 2.8 though.

Answer 5

your not stupid but thank you so much!

Answer 6

I know I'm not. xD but you are very welcome. c: