Below are two ions (not drawn to scale). What will they do when in close proximity to one another?
A) They will attract one another, forming an ionic compound.
B) They will attract one another, forming a covalent bond.
C) The sodium ion will transfer a proton to chloride.
D) The chloride ion will transfer an electron to sodium.
E) They will do nothing.

Question

Below are two ions (not drawn to scale). What will they do when in close proximity to one another? 
A) They will attract one another, forming an ionic compound. 
B) They will attract one another, forming a covalent bond. 
C) The sodium ion will transfer a proton to chloride. 
D) The chloride ion will transfer an electron to sodium. 
E) They will do nothing.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The sodium ion (positive) will be attracted to the chloride ion (negative) due to electrostatic forces, and they will form an ionic compound.

Below Are Two Ions (Not Drawn to Scale)