Question

how do nonmetals tend to form bonds? (1 point)
o by gaining protons
o by gaining electrons
o by losing electrons
o by losing protons

Explanation:

Non - metals have a tendency to gain electrons to form bonds. This is because they usually have 4 or more electrons in their outer shell (except for hydrogen which has 1 electron). By gaining electrons, they can achieve a stable electron configuration (usually an octet, except for hydrogen which aims for a duet). Protons are located in the nucleus and are not involved in bond formation in this way. Losing electrons is more characteristic of metals.

Answer:

by gaining electrons