Question

what type of bond would form between atoms of the following elements? calcium (ca) and oxygen (o) a metallic b covalent c ionic

Explanation:

Calcium (Ca) is a metal and oxygen (O) is a non - metal. Ionic bonds form between metals and non - metals. In an ionic bond, electrons are transferred from the metal (Ca) to the non - metal (O). Calcium has a tendency to lose 2 electrons (Ca²⁺) and oxygen has a tendency to gain 2 electrons (O²⁻). The electrostatic attraction between Ca²⁺ and O²⁻ forms the ionic bond. Metallic bonds form between metal atoms. Covalent bonds form between non - metal atoms where electrons are shared.

Answer:

C. ionic