Question

1. which of the following is an example of an ionic compound? a. sodium chloride (nacl) b. water (h₂o) c. methane (ch₄) d. carbon dioxide (co₂)

Explanation:

Ionic compounds are formed by the transfer of electrons from a metal to a non - metal. Sodium is a metal and chlorine is a non - metal. In NaCl, sodium donates an electron to chlorine to form an ionic bond. Water, methane, and carbon dioxide are covalent compounds formed by the sharing of electrons between non - metals.

Answer:

A. Sodium chloride (NaCl)