Single Choice

Which one form negative ions in an ionic bond?

AAlkali metals
BAlkaline earth metals
CNoble gases
DHalogens
Correct Answer

Solution

Halogens form negative ions in an ionic bond.
These are electronegative elements and form uninegative ion by gaining one electron.

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