Question

fr and f form a(n) ______ bond because the electronegativities are so different that electrons are not shared at all, they are \stolen\.
□ covalent
□ ionic

Explanation:

Ionic bonds form when there is a large difference in electronegativity between atoms, leading to electron transfer (one atom "steals" electrons from another) rather than sharing (which is characteristic of covalent bonds). Francium (Fr) is a highly electropositive metal, and fluorine (F) is a highly electronegative non - metal. Their large electronegativity difference means electrons are transferred, forming an ionic bond. Covalent bonds involve electron sharing, which does not match the description of electrons being "stolen".

Answer:

ionic (the option with the label "ionic")