In the formation of the ammonium ion (NH4+), the nitrogen atom provides both electrons for the bond with a proton. This is:
Q1. In the formation of the ammonium ion (NH4+), the nitrogen atom provides both electrons for the bond with a proton. This is:
Answer: A coordinate covalent bond
Explanation: Nitrogen donates its lone pair to the proton. Option C is incorrect because electrons are shared in coordinate bonds, not transferred.