Chapter 9 Elements and Chemical Bonds Lesson 3

Multiple Choice

Why are ionic bonds important in the formation of compounds?

• They allow atoms to share electrons equally

• They enable the transfer of electrons from metals to nonmetals, creating stable ions

• They only occur between nonmetals

• They prevent atoms from reacting with each other

Multiple Select

Which of the following are properties of ionic compounds?

• Usually solid at room temperature

• Good conductors

• Malleable

• Form molecules