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Question 9 • Chemistry

What will most likely happen when two bromine atoms bond together?

Answer
A
A covalent bond will hold them together.
B
The atoms will become less stable.
C
An ionic bond will hold them together.
D
A metallic bond will hold them together.

Explanation

Bromine atoms are nonmetals, and each has seven electrons in its outer shell. When two bromine atoms bond, they share a pair of electrons so each can have a more stable outer shell. Sharing electrons forms a covalent bond, so a covalent bond will hold them together.

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