A is a metal. B is a non-metal. A bond is formed between them with a complete transfer of one electron from A to B. Name the type of bond.

Electrovalent bond

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Covalent bond

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Metallic bond

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Hydrogen bond

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Solution

The correct option is A Electrovalent bond
Metals have a tendency to lose electrons and nonmetals tend to gain them. In a compound like NaCl, Sodium (Na) loses an electron to Chlorine (Cl) and forms a bond known as an ionic bond (also known as an electrovalent bond). In this type of bond, electrons are completely transferred from one atom to another.

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