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question 9 of 10 which produces an ionic bond? a. creating an electrostatic attraction b. sharing valence electrons c. forming large molecules d. making neutrally charged atoms
An ionic bond is formed when there is an electrostatic attraction between oppositely - charged ions. One atom donates electrons to another, creating positive and negative ions that are attracted to each other. Sharing valence electrons forms covalent bonds, forming large molecules is a general result of bonding but not the cause of ionic bonds, and making neutrally - charged atoms is not related to the formation of ionic bonds.
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A. Creating an electrostatic attraction