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In a binary ionic compound, the electrons are

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Answer:transfered from the metal to the nonmetal

Explanation:i took the quiz:)

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Answer:

Transferred from one atom to another

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In a binary ionic compound, the electrons are transferred from one atom to another, thus forming positive and negative charges on the respective atoms involved, and thereby creating electrostatic forces which thus form the ionic bond.

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