Question

Lewis Dot Structure Practice

1. Determine the bond type (ionic or covalent) between each of the following atoms.
Mg and P
Si and O
H and P
Cr and F

Answer 1

See the explanation below, please.

Step-by-step explanation:

In these cases ionic bonds are formed, between a nonmetal (P, O, F) and a metal (Mg, Si, Cr):

Mg and P

If I

Cr and F

In the case of Hydrogen and Phosphorus, being two nonmetals, they share electrons, forming a covalent bond.