Question detail
Which of the following best describes the process when a non-metal atom gains electrons?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Chemical bonds, ionic, covalent and metallic
Question
- A. The atom becomes positively charged.
- B. The atom becomes negatively charged.
- C. The atom remains neutral.
- D. The atom loses its outer shell.
Answer
The correct option is The atom becomes negatively charged.. This answer is correct because it matches the approved learning objective to describe how a non-metal atom gains electrons when reacting with a metal atom in the subtopic Ionic bonding.
Explanation
The correct option is The atom becomes negatively charged.. The atom becomes negatively charged. is correct because it directly supports the approved learning objective to describe how a non-metal atom gains electrons when reacting with a metal atom. This belongs to the subtopic Ionic bonding within Chemical bonds, ionic, covalent and metallic, so the explanation must stay tied to that curriculum context. The other options are incorrect because they either do not answer this learning objective, use a vague statement, or move away from Ionic bonding.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Electron Gain
Students often think that non-metal atoms gain protons instead of electrons when reacting with metal atoms.
Remember that non-metal atoms gain electrons to form negative ions, not protons. Focus on the transfer of electrons during the reaction.
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