Question detail
Which of the following best describes the bonding in sodium chloride?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Chemical bonds, ionic, covalent and metallic
Question
- A. Covalent bonding
- B. Metallic bonding
- C. Ionic bonding
- D. Hydrogen bonding
Answer
Ionic bonding
Explanation
Sodium chloride is formed through ionic bonding, which involves the transfer of electrons from sodium to chlorine, resulting in the formation of oppositely charged ions.
Common mistake
Misidentifying Ionic Lattices
Students often confuse sodium chloride with other ionic compounds and think all ionic lattices are the same.
Focus on understanding that sodium chloride is a specific example of a giant ionic lattice, and recognize its unique properties without generalizing to all ionic structures.
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