Question

Select the correct answer.

Which two particles can form an ionic bond with each other?

A.
a negative oxygen ion and a negative chlorine ion
B.
a positive sodium ion and a positive magnesium ion
C.
a positive calcium ion and a negative oxygen ion
D.
a neutral fluorine atom and a negative sulfur ion

Answer 1

Answer:

C. a positive calcium ion and a negative oxygen ion

Explanation:

Ionic bonds are generally positive and negative because one is gaining electrons while the other is losing.

Answer 2

C. A positive calcium ion and a negative oxygen ion