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Covalent Bonds

Question 12 • LA-Physical Science A

What is formed when polyatomic ions bond with other ions?

Answer
A
ionic compounds
B
neutral compounds
C
ionic elements
D
neutral elements

Explanation

Polyatomic ions are groups of atoms that carry an overall charge. When they bond with ions of the opposite charge, they form ionic compounds; the charges balance so the compound is electrically neutral overall. The correct choice is ionic compounds.

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