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Ionic Bonding

Ionic Bonding

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components / Ionic Bonding / Problem 3

What is the primary driving force for the formation of an ionic bond between two atoms?

ANSWERS OPTIONS

A

Establishment of a neutral charge balance in the compound

B

Decrease in the electronegativity difference between atoms

C

Attainment of a stable electron configuration of atoms

D

Release of photons to reduce the energy of one of the atoms

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