Question

In ionic bonds, a(n) ___________ loses electrons to achieve the stable noble gas configuration, while a(n) __________ gains electrons to fill its valence shell.

Answer 1

a) nonmetal, metal
b) metal, nonmetal
c) nonmetal,

Answer 2

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Answer 3

In an ionic bond sharing of electron takes place. Metals loose electron to attain nearest noble gas arrangement whereas non metals gain electron to do the same.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

@Abhisar In a covalent bond, the atoms are bound by shared electrons and in ionic bond involves the transfer of electrons between atoms Not "sharing"

Answer 6

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\(\color{blue}{\text{Originally Posted by}}\) @Abhisar
In an ionic bond transfer of electron takes place. Metals loose electron to attain nearest noble gas arrangement whereas non metals gain electron to do the same.
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