Question

A and R have an argument regarding the conditions to form an ionic bond:
[A]: The ionic bond becomes stronger as the negative electron gain enthalpy becomes higher.
[R]: The ionization enthalpy for metal atoms must be low.

• A. A is wrong
• B. Both R and A are right
• C. A is right
• D. R is right

Answer 1

The correct option is B Both R and A are right

Lower ionization enthalpy means the metal atom can easily lose an electron.
More negative is the electron gain enthalpy, higher is the tendency of the atom to gain electrons.
Both these conditions assist in the formation of an ionic bond.