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Is this Ionic, Covalent, or Metallic? *
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Is this Ionic, Covalent, or Metallic? *

Is this Ionic, Covalent, or Metallic? *-example-1
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Answer:

Ionic

General Formulas and Concepts:

Chemistry - Compounds

  • Ionic Bonds - Forming between a metal and nonmetal
  • Covalent Bonds - Forming between 2 nonmetals
  • Metallic Bonds - Forming between 2 metals

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define

MgI₂ - Magnesium Iodide

Step 2: Identify

Mg is an Alkaline Earth Metal

I is a Halogen Gas

Step 3: Confirm

Mg will transfer its 2 electrons to 2 separate I's and will form an Ionic bond.

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