Metal M forms a chloride with the formula $M C l_{2}$ . What type of bond in $M C l_{2}$ ? Write the formula of the compound when M combines with sulphur, oxygen and nitrogen.

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The oppositely charged metal $M$ and non-metal chloride ions attract each other and ionic bonds are formed.

Formula of the compound when M combines with sulphur = MS

Formula of the compound when $M$ combines with oxygen $= M O$

Formula of the compound when $M$ combines with nitrogen $= M_{3} N_{2}$

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