In a homolytic bond cleavage, ____ are formed.

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In homolytic bond cleavage, the bond breaks equally and each atom involved in the bond retains one electron. This type of bond cleavage leads to the formation of two highly reactive species called radicals, which are atoms or molecules with unpaired electrons. Therefore, the correct answer is B, radicals. Choice A is incorrect because homolytic bond cleavage involves the formation of two neutral species, not ions. Choices C and D are incorrect because only one type of charged species would not be formed in homolytic bond cleavage.

In a Homolytic Bond Cleavage, ____ Are Formed