Ionic Bond Quiz

What is an ionic bond?

• A bond formed by sharing electrons

• A bond formed by the complete transfer of electrons

• A bond formed by the sharing of protons

• A bond formed by the transfer of neutrons

Which of the following is an example of an ionic bond?

• CH4

• NaCl

• CO2

• H2O

What type of ions are involved in ionic bonds?

• Only positive ions

• Neutral ions

• Positive and negative ions

• Only negative ions

Which of the following elements is likely to form a cation in an ionic bond?

• Chlorine

• Oxygen

• Sodium

• Nitrogen

What is the charge on a chloride ion in an ionic bond?

• +2

• -1

• +1

• -2

Which property is typical of ionic compounds?

• Non-reactive

• High melting point

• Low melting point

• Poor electrical conductivity in molten state

What is the main force holding ionic bonds together?

• Magnetic force

• Gravitational force

• Electrostatic force

• Nuclear force

Which of the following is NOT a property of ionic compounds?

• High boiling point

• Formed between metals and non-metals

• Good conductor of electricity in aqueous solution

• Low reactivity

What happens to the potential energy when an ionic bond is formed?

• It increases

• It decreases

• It remains the same

• It fluctuates

Which of the following pairs of elements is most likely to form an ionic bond?

• Carbon and Oxygen

• Hydrogen and Oxygen

• Sodium and Chlorine

• Nitrogen and Hydrogen