Which is an example of an ionic bond?
a. Calcium gives 1 electron to chlorine to form a stable bond.
b. Silver ions are surrounded by a large number of electrons.
c. There are fewer than 16 valence electrons in 2 chlorine atoms, but they form a stable bond.

Question

Which is an example of an ionic bond?
a. Calcium gives 1 electron to chlorine to form a stable bond.
b. Silver ions are surrounded by a large number of electrons.
c. There are fewer than 16 valence electrons in 2 chlorine atoms, but they form a stable bond.

anonymous · Answer

Ionic bond takes place when a mtal loses electron and a non-metals receives it. Hence, A.