Question

multiple - choice question
which statement about ionic bonding is true?
one atom can steal electrons from another
one atom cannot steal electrons from another
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Explanation:

Ionic bonding occurs when one atom transfers electrons to another atom. This transfer is often described as one atom "stealing" electrons from another to achieve a stable electron configuration (usually a full outer shell). For example, in NaCl (sodium chloride), sodium (Na) donates an electron to chlorine (Cl). Sodium becomes \(Na^+\) (loses an electron) and chlorine becomes \(Cl^-\) (gains an electron). The electrostatic attraction between these oppositely - charged ions forms the ionic bond.

Answer:

one atom can steal electrons from another