MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #1729

Two elements with an electronegativity difference of 2.1 react to form a compound. What is the most likely nature of the chemical bond formed?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #1729

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Two elements with an electronegativity difference of 2.1 react to form a compound. What is the most likely nature of the chemical bond formed?

    • A) Non-polar Covalent Bond
    • B) Polar Covalent Bond
    • C) Coordinate Covalent Bond
    • D) Ionic Bond

    Answer: Ionic Bond

    Explanation: Ionic bonds require electronegativity difference above 1.7. Option B is wrong because 2.1 is far above the covalent threshold of 1.7.