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Question
The following table shows the electronic configuration of the elements W, X, Y, Z:
| Element | w | x | y | z |
| Electronic configurations |
2, 8, 1 | 2, 8, 7 | 2, 5 | 1 |
Answer the following questions based on the table above:
1) What type of Bond is formed between :
a) W and X
b) Y and Z
2) What is the formula of the compound formed between :
a) X and Z
b) W and X
Solution
1.a)Ionic bond is formed by transfer of one electron from element W to element X
1.b) Covalent bond is formed by sharing of electrons between elements Y and Z.
2.a) HCl
2.b) NaCl
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