Question

covalent and ionic bonding quick check
which statement about sodium chloride is correct? (1 point)
the sodium atom transfers electrons to the chlorine atoms to form ionic bonds.
the sodium atom transfers electrons to the chlorine atoms to form covalent bonds.
the sodium atom and the chlorine atoms share electrons to form covalent bonds.
the sodium atom and the chlorine atoms share electrons to form ionic bonds.

Explanation:

Ionic bonds form when one atom donates electrons to another. Sodium (a metal) donates an electron to chlorine (a non - metal) to form sodium chloride. Covalent bonds involve sharing of electrons.

Answer:

The sodium atom transfers electrons to the chlorine atoms to form ionic bonds.