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question 16 of 20 : select the best answer for the question. 16. which type of bond forms between an anion and a cation? a. ionic b. nonpolar covalent c. polar covalent d. hydrogen mark for review (will be highlighted on the review page) << previous question next question >>

Explanation:

To determine the bond between an anion (negative ion) and a cation (positive ion), we analyze each option:

• Option A: Ionic bonds form due to the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions (anions and cations).
• Option B: Nonpolar covalent bonds involve equal sharing of electrons between atoms of similar electronegativity, no ions involved.
• Option C: Polar covalent bonds involve unequal sharing of electrons between atoms, no ions involved.
• Option D: Hydrogen bonds are weak attractions between a hydrogen atom and an electronegative atom, not between ions.

So the bond between an anion and a cation is ionic.

Answer:

A. Ionic