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Most nonmetals form covalent or ionic bonds, depending on the element with which they react. Carbon predominantly forms covalent bonds since it has 4 valence electrons and can form single, double or triple bonds with other elements. What element will form an ionic bond with carbon?

A) calcium
B) hydrogen
C) neon
D) oxygen

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A)Calcium-This because calcium has two valence electrons hence it is a metal therefore it will form an ionic bond with carbon.
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