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When a bond forms between two atoms

A. protons are lost.
B. neutrons are lost.
C. energy is released.
D. energy is absorbed.

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C. energy is released
(Forming bond is exothermic)
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Answer: The correct answer is Option C.

Step-by-step explanation:

A bond is formed of when two atoms come close to each other either by sharing electrons or by transferring of electrons from one atom to another.

In the process of bond formation, energy is released.

A bond is broken between two atoms when the atoms get away from each other. In the process of bond breaking, energy is required.

Hence, the correct answer is Option C.

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