Which compound is most ionic?
Correct answer: C. AlF
- A. Li2O
- B. MgO
- C. AlF
- D. NaF
Explanation
c) AlF (aluminum fluoride):AlF consists of aluminum (Al) and fluorine (F) atoms. Aluminum is a Group 13 element with a valence electron configuration of 3s23p1, while fluorine is a Group 17 element with a valence electron configuration of 2s22p5. When aluminum loses its three valence electrons and fluorine gains one electron, they form ions with a 3+ charge for aluminum (Al3+) and a 1- charge for fluorine (F-). The ionic bond between Al3+ and F- in AlF is stronger than in Li2O and MgO.
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