A metal X forms two chlorides with the formulae XCI2 and XCI3. Where is X...

CHEMISTRY
WAEC 2004

A metal X forms two chlorides with the formulae XCI2 and XCI3. Where is X in the Periodic Table? What type of bonding exists between X and chlorine in each of the chlorides?

  • A. metallic bonding
  • B. ionic bonding
  • C. covalent bonding
  • D. dative bonding

Correct Answer: B. ionic bonding



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