Question

An atom Y has 2,8,2 electrons in a shell. It combines with Z having 7 electrons in its
outermost shell.

i. Name the type of bond formed between Y and Z.
ii. Write the formula of the compound formed.

Answer 1

i) ionic bond
ii)YZ2

Answer 2

An atom Y has 2,8,2 electrons in a shell. It combines with Z having 7 electrons in its

outermost shell.

i. Name the type of bond formed between Y and Z.

ii. Write the formula of the compound formed.