Question

classify each bond as covalent, ionic, or metallic according to its description.
the type of bond formed between two nonmetal atoms
the type of bond that has a sea of moving electrons
the type of bond formed when electrons are transferred between atoms
the type of bond in mgcl₂

Explanation:

• Covalent bond: Forms between non - metal atoms by sharing electrons.
• Metallic bond: Has a “sea of electrons” (delocalized electrons) around metal ions.
• Ionic bond: Forms when electrons are transferred (from metal to non - metal), creating ions. \(MgCl_2\) has \(Mg^{2 +}\) (metal) and \(Cl^-\) (non - metal), so ionic.

Answer:

• The type of bond formed between two nonmetal atoms: Covalent.
• The type of bond that has a sea of moving electrons: Metallic.
• The type of bond formed when electrons are transferred between atoms: Ionic.
• The type of bond in \(MgCl_2\): Ionic.