Question

question 8
which of the following would form a covalent bond?
a p and i
b br and y
c k and cl
d al and f

Explanation:

Step1: Recall covalent bond concept

Covalent bonds form between non - metals.

Step2: Analyze each option

• Option A: \(P\) (phosphorus) and \(I\) (iodine) are both non - metals.
• Option B: \(Br\) (bromine) is a non - metal but \(Y\) (yttrium) is a metal.
• Option C: \(K\) (potassium) is a metal and \(Cl\) (chlorine) is a non - metal (forms ionic bond).
• Option D: \(Al\) (aluminium) is a metal and \(F\) (fluorine) is a non - metal (forms ionic bond).

Answer:

A. \(P\) and \(I\)